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MS HB1134
MS HB1134Board of Pharmacy; authorize to establish an alternative to discipline program for licensees who have impairments.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 73-21-97, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The State Board Of Pharmacy To Establish By Rule An Alternative To Discipline Program For Licensees Who Have An Impairment As A Result Of Substance Abuse Or A Mental Health Condition; To Provide That Participation In The Program Is Voluntary With The Licensee, And The Licensee Must Enter The Program Before The Board Holds A Disciplinary Action Hearing Regarding The Licensee; To Provide That The Licensee May Be Required To Contribute To The Cost Of Participation In The Program, Including The Cost Of Any Care, Counseling, Treatment And/or Education Received By The Licensee; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy to create an "alternative to discipline program" for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who have impairments due to substance abuse or mental health conditions. Participation in this program is voluntary for the licensee, and they must enroll before any disciplinary hearing takes place. Licensees may be required to contribute to the costs of their participation, including any care, counseling, treatment, or education they receive. Importantly, all records and proceedings related to a licensee's participation in this program will be kept confidential and are exempt from public disclosure under the Mississippi Public Records Act of 1983.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB1134.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1100-1199/HB1134IN.htm |
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