House Bill 283 mandates the Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Protection to conduct a study on the safe collection and disposal of sharps used for self-administering prescription drugs at home. The study will evaluate the risks associated with sharps usage, assess various collection methods, and explore potential partnerships with local governments and private entities. A report with findings and recommendations is required to be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature by July 1, 2026, with an appropriation of $200,000 from the Solid Waste Management Trust Fund for the study's implementation. Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes regarding the storage and handling of prescription drugs, introducing new security and recordkeeping requirements for establishments that store prescription drugs solely for destruction, while clarifying exemptions from certain regulations.

The bill also focuses on enhancing the regulatory framework for the wholesale distribution of prescription drugs in Florida. It introduces new requirements for wholesale distributors, including procedures for the segregation and documentation of outdated prescription drugs, which must be maintained for two years post-disposition. The bill emphasizes due diligence in the purchasing and distribution of controlled substances, requiring distributors to credential their customers and report suspicious transactions. It updates definitions and requirements for wholesale distribution, including permit requirements for limited prescription drug veterinary wholesale distributors, and specifies labeling requirements for active pharmaceutical ingredients intended for research. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, aiming to improve oversight and compliance within the prescription drug distribution process.

Statutes affected:
H 283 Filed: 499.0121, 465.022, 499.003, 499.0051, 499.012, 499.01201