This bill amends section 71-7455 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, focusing on the regulations surrounding wholesale drug distributors and the Prescription Drug Donation Program. Notably, it introduces a provision stating that wholesale drug distributors participating in the Prescription Drug Donation Program are exempt from maintaining a paper or electronic pedigree for prescription drugs, which is typically required under section 71-7456. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the department responsible for overseeing these regulations will develop standards for electronic pedigrees, but all prescription drugs leaving the normal distribution chain will not need to be accompanied solely by an electronic pedigree until July 1, 2008.

Furthermore, the bill empowers the department to receive and dispense prescription drugs and supplies during a state of emergency declared by the Governor, allowing for direct distribution to individuals affected by such emergencies. The original section 71-7455 is repealed, and the bill is declared to take effect immediately due to the existence of an emergency.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 71-7455
Final Reading: 71-7455
Slip Law: 71-7455