This bill modifies the procedures for the medication repository program in Minnesota, specifically amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 151.555, subdivision 7. Key changes include the requirement for pharmacists or authorized practitioners to inspect donated drugs and supplies to ensure they are safe and suitable for dispensing, while also allowing local repositories to forgo reinspection of items received from the central repository. Additionally, the bill mandates that repositories develop policies for drug and medical supply recalls, ensuring that any recalled items are destroyed and documented appropriately. The record of destruction must be maintained for accepted drugs and supplies for at least two years.

Furthermore, the bill allocates $450,000 from the general fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support the medication repository program, which includes purchasing prescription drugs and covering administrative costs related to mail-order dispensing and delivery infrastructure development. The effective date of these changes is set for the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 151.555
1st Engrossment: 151.555