Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that expands pharmacist authority.

Highlights:

• Authorizes a pharmacist to independently prescribe and administer a vaccine and related emergency medication if the pharmacist has completed an immunization training program approved by the board and otherwise complies with the standards established by the board (Sec. 4).

• Authorizes a pharmacist may independently prescribe and administer an opioid overdose drug if the pharmacist has completed an opioid drug training program approved by the board (Sec. 5).

• Specifies that a pharmacist or a person acting at the direction of a pharmacist shall disclose the price of filling any prescription when requested by the consumer (Sec. 7).

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