The bill establishes a new section in Florida law, specifically section 465.1894, which authorizes pharmacists to administer medications during life-threatening emergencies at designated trauma centers, provided they are directed by a licensed physician and meet specific qualifications. These qualifications include having completed an accredited postgraduate residency training program or having at least three years of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting. Additionally, trauma centers that allow this delegation must maintain records to ensure that the administering pharmacists meet the established requirements.

The bill also amends section 395.0197 to include new provisions for Level I, Level II, or pediatric trauma centers, requiring them to develop and evaluate procedures that comply with the new pharmacist medication administration guidelines. This includes ensuring that the necessary protocols are in place for the delegation of such tasks. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 1021 c1: 395.0197
H 1021 c2: 395.0197