This bill amends the Pharmacy Practice Act in Nebraska by updating the composition of the Board of Pharmacy and modifying the requirements for compounding and delegated dispensing permits. The board will now consist of eight members, including five actively practicing pharmacists (with at least one from a hospital), one pharmacy technician, and two public members, as opposed to the previous five members, which included four pharmacists and one public member. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions for compounding, allowing for compounding by outsourcing facilities and clarifying the conditions under which compounding can occur, particularly in hospital pharmacies.

Furthermore, the bill revises the regulations surrounding delegated dispensing permits for public health clinics. It specifies that approved formulary drugs and devices can be dispensed by licensed health care professionals without the onsite presence of a pharmacist, provided certain conditions are met, such as initial dispensing by a licensed professional and proper labeling of drugs. The bill also emphasizes the need for a delegating pharmacist to be available during dispensing hours to address any questions, ensuring oversight and compliance with safety standards. The original sections of the law that are being amended will be repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 38-2849, 38-2867.01, 38-2884