Substitute Senate Bill No. 133, also known as Public Act No. 24-73, seeks to modernize the regulation of pharmacy practices in Connecticut by introducing new definitions and clarifications, particularly concerning the roles of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists. The bill defines terms such as "advanced pharmacy technician," "compliance packaging," and "direct supervision," while also updating existing definitions to reflect current practices. It establishes that advanced pharmacy technicians must obtain a designation to perform advanced duties, which includes completing an accredited educational course and competency assessment. The bill also modifies the supervision requirements for pharmacists and advanced pharmacy technicians, allowing for the delegation of certain tasks, including vaccine administration and final verifications.

Additionally, the bill includes significant amendments to the administration of vaccines and testing, allowing licensed pharmacists to order, prescribe, and administer vaccines to patients aged 12 and older, and to delegate testing for COVID-19, influenza, and HIV to advanced pharmacy technicians. It mandates that pharmacists maintain detailed records of compliance packaging and test results for three years, while also establishing new compliance requirements for the prescription and dispensing of HIV-related prophylaxis. The legislation repeals and replaces existing statutes, including Section 20-571, and introduces various insertions and deletions to refine the legal language, such as removing outdated terms and adding new ones to enhance clarity and ensure alignment with federal regulations. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2024.