The proposed bill amends the Pharmacy Practice Act in Nebraska by modifying the composition of the Board of Pharmacy and updating requirements related to compounding and delegated dispensing permits. Specifically, the board will now consist of eight members instead of five, including five actively practicing pharmacists, one pharmacy technician, and two public members. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions for compounding, allowing for compounding by outsourcing facilities and clarifying the conditions under which compounding can occur, such as compliance with specific standards and restrictions on certain drugs.

Furthermore, the bill revises the requirements for delegated dispensing permits in public health clinics. It stipulates 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, including that initial prescriptions are written onsite or by affiliated practitioners. The bill also emphasizes the importance of proper labeling and documentation for dispensed drugs and devices, ensuring that all necessary information is included to promote patient safety and compliance. The original sections of the law being amended will be repealed as part of this legislative update.

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