The bill establishes a new section, 474.224, in the Florida Statutes, which mandates that veterinarians inform clients of their right to receive a written prescription for medications that can be filled at a pharmacy of their choice, or the option to have the prescription filled at the veterinary establishment if applicable. The bill specifies that this information must be communicated verbally during in-person consultations or electronically during telehealth consultations. Additionally, the veterinarian or authorized staff must document the client's choice through a signed acknowledgment, which must be included in the patient's medical record. The acknowledgment form is provided in the bill, and it explicitly prohibits any statements regarding the efficacy or safety of filling prescriptions through outside pharmacies.

Furthermore, the bill requires veterinary establishments to display a conspicuous sign informing clients of their options regarding prescription medications. There are exceptions to these requirements, specifically in cases where immediate dispensing is necessary to preserve life or prevent suffering, or when the prescription is for a controlled substance subject to federal or state restrictions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.