The bill amends the Kansas pharmacy laws to enhance the practice of telepharmacy and modify the composition of the state board of pharmacy. It prohibits the board from adopting any rules or regulations that would limit or condition the use of telepharmacy based on factors such as population or distance from a physical pharmacy. Additionally, the bill specifies that the board must adopt rules to establish criteria for managing pharmacies and telepharmacy outlets, including application requirements, staffing, and technology needs. The definition of telepharmacy and telepharmacy outlets is also clarified, emphasizing the use of telecommunications for pharmaceutical care.

Furthermore, the bill restructures the board of pharmacy by changing its membership to include seven members, with specific representation from various sectors of the pharmacy industry, including chain drug stores and public representatives. The terms of current board members will expire at the end of 2025, and a new board will be appointed to begin serving in 2026. The bill also repeals certain existing sections of the law, streamlining the governance of the board and ensuring that members have relevant experience in the pharmacy field.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 74-1603, 65-16, 74-1604