The bill amends Florida Statutes to expand the definition of "pharmacy" to include remote-site pharmacies and revises the term "not present and on duty" to allow for remote supervision by pharmacists. It authorizes registered pharmacy technicians to handle sales transactions and delivery of dispensed drugs under the remote supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The bill also creates a new section, 465.0198, which outlines the permitting process for remote-site pharmacies, requiring a licensed pharmacist to serve as the prescription department manager and mandating notification to the Department of Health regarding any changes in management.

Additionally, the bill establishes specific operational requirements for remote-site pharmacies, including restrictions on dispensing Schedule II medications unless a pharmacist is present, and mandates regular visits by the prescription department manager. It exempts certain registered pharmacy technicians from specific prohibitions and allows the Board of Pharmacy to adopt rules for remote-site pharmacies. The effective date for the bill is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 273 Filed: 465.003, 465.014, 465.022