House Bill 794 seeks to modernize and clarify pharmacy laws in Montana by revising definitions, removing outdated requirements, and streamlining operational processes for pharmacies. Key changes include the elimination of the utilization plan requirement for both in-state and out-of-state mail order pharmacies, which simplifies their registration process. The bill also updates the definition of a pharmacy technician and clarifies the powers and duties of the Board of Pharmacy, including their rulemaking authority. Additionally, it mandates that all out-of-state mail order pharmacies register with the Board and comply with specific federal tracing requirements.

The legislation introduces several specific legal language changes, such as the amendment of definitions related to pharmacy practices and the repeal of outdated provisions regarding notification practices for biosimilar products and generic drug signage. It also modifies the communication requirements for pharmacists concerning the dispensing of biological products, allowing for greater flexibility. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the quality and accessibility of pharmaceutical care in Montana while ensuring compliance with both state and federal regulations.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_1(1): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_1(2): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_1(3): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_1(4): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_1(5): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_1(6): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_1: 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(1): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(2): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(3): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(4): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(5): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(6): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(7): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X(8): 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002
HB0794_X: 2-18-704, 37-7-101, 37-7-105, 37-7-201, 37-7-301, 37-7-306, 37-7-502, 37-7-505, 37-7-601, 37-7-602, 37-7-603, 37-7-604, 37-7-701, 37-7-702, 37-7-703, 37-7-704, 37-7-705, 37-7-706, 39-71-727, 53-6-1002