The bill, H.B. No. 1027, amends Section 562.110 of the Occupations Code to enhance the regulation of telepharmacy services in Texas. Key changes include the addition of new requirements for remote dispensing sites, such as the necessity for a pharmacist to be physically present when providing certain services, and the stipulation that pharmacy technicians must have prior experience and complete a board-approved training program. The bill also clarifies that all pharmacy technicians at a remote dispensing site will count towards the pharmacist-pharmacy technician ratio, which is limited to three technicians per supervising pharmacist.

Additionally, the bill prohibits the board from imposing any mileage restrictions on the location of telepharmacy systems or remote dispensing sites. Several existing provisions of the Occupations Code are repealed, streamlining the regulations governing telepharmacy. The changes aim to improve access to pharmacy services in underserved areas while ensuring safety and compliance with professional standards. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 562.110 (Occupations Code 562)