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MS SB2193

MS SB2193
Nurse practitioners; authorize to dispense legend drugs to patients.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 73-15-20, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize A Nurse Practitioner To Dispense A Legend Drug Or Medication To Patients Of The Nurse Practitioner; To Conform In Accordance With The Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Mississippi law to authorize nurse practitioners to dispense legend drugs, which are prescription medications that require a prescription from a healthcare professional, to their patients, provided the nurse practitioner has prescriptive authority for that specific medication and it is not a controlled substance. The bill also clarifies that nurse practitioners can prescribe or dispense medications under the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act, aligning with existing regulations for medical marijuana. This change aims to expand the services nurse practitioners can offer, potentially improving patient access to necessary medications.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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