This bill proposes several updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes concerning pharmacy practices. It changes the terminology for "pharmacy technician trainee" from licensed to registered, clarifying the status of these individuals within the pharmacy framework. Additionally, it introduces new responsibilities for pharmacists, including the requirement to evaluate whether specific acts fall within the practice of pharmacy and whether they can be delegated to other licensees or registrants under their supervision. Furthermore, the bill establishes criteria for pharmacists to consider when determining the appropriateness of delegated acts. These criteria include ensuring that the act is not prohibited by law, is consistent with the pharmacist's education and training, and meets the accepted standard of care in similar settings. The bill also adds a new definition for "virtual manufacturer" and includes a provision that addresses the standard of care expected from pharmacists, emphasizing accountability in their practice.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1901, 32-1901.01, 32-1965.01, 13-3401, 32-1965, 32-1967, 32-1923, 32-1970, 32-1974, 36-2151, 32-1962, 32-1964, 36-416, 36-422, 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, 32-1925