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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act lets a pharmacist get a tax credit if they work in a rural area. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 79.5). Expands the rural health care income tax credit to include pharmacist services performed in rural communities. Directs the Office of Rural Health to establish criteria for certifying pharmacists as eligible for the credit. Applies to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
AI Summary
This bill expands the existing rural health care income tax credit to include pharmacists who practice in rural areas, allowing them to receive a tax credit for their services. The Office of Rural Health, a state agency responsible for rural health initiatives, will be tasked with creating the specific requirements and criteria for certifying pharmacists as eligible for this credit. This change will apply to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, and the bill itself will become effective 91 days after the legislative session concludes.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (27)
Ed Diehl (R)*,
Darin Harbick (R)*,
Cyrus Javadi (D)*,
Bobby Levy (R)*,
Emily McIntire (R)*,
Mike McLane (R)*,
Rob Nosse (D)*,
Werner Reschke (R)*,
Greg Smith (R)*,
Bruce Starr (R)*,
Court Boice (R),
Matt Bunch (R),
Paul Evans (D),
David Gomberg (D),
Rick Lewis (R),
John Lively (D),
Kevin Mannix (R),
Lesly Muñoz (D),
Todd Nash (R),
Virgle Osborne (R),
Mark Owens (R),
Anna Scharf (R),
Alek Skarlatos (R),
David Smith (R),
Kim Thatcher (R),
Jules Walters (D),
Suzanne Weber (R),
Last Action
Referred to Revenue by prior reference. (on 02/13/2026)
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