The proposed bill updates current statutes related to the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy by introducing several key changes. It allows pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to complete their mandatory continuing education (CE) requirements after submitting a renewal application and paying the applicable fees, provided that all CE is completed before the license expires. Additionally, the bill clarifies that it is not considered unethical for pharmacists to use employees or common carriers to deliver prescription medications to various locations, including patients' homes or workplaces, unless prohibited by federal law. The bill also mandates that the Board update and maintain renewal application procedures to align with these changes.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for businesses undergoing a change of ownership, allowing them to continue operating under their existing permits during the transition, provided certain conditions are met, such as timely application submission and compliance with applicable statutes. The Board retains the authority to deny continued operation if the change poses a risk to public health or safety. The bill also specifies that businesses operating under these provisions are subject to the same inspections and enforcement actions as permitted entities, and it prohibits the wholesaling or distribution of prescription drugs and devices without a valid permit.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1901.01, 32-1925, 32-1930.01, 32-1965, 13-3451, 32-1963.01, 32-1936, 32-1937, 32-1968, 41-1831, 36-781, 36-661, 15-157, 36-2226.01, 15-344.01, 36-3601, 36-2228, 36-2266, 32-1926, 32-1926.01, 32-4301