The bill amends RCW 18.64.001 to modify the composition of the state pharmacy quality assurance commission, increasing the total number of members from fifteen to sixteen. The new structure includes nine designated pharmacist members, four public members, and two pharmacy technicians. Additionally, it introduces a new category for one member who can either be a pharmacist or a public member who is an owner, operator, or officer of a pharmacy but is not licensed as a pharmacist or pharmacy technician.

The bill also clarifies the residency requirements for public members, stating that they must be residents of Washington and not affiliated with any aspect of pharmacy, except as specified in the bill. The terms of the commission members remain at four years, with staggered expiration to ensure continuity. The bill maintains the provision that individuals who have served two four-year terms are ineligible for reappointment.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 18.64.001
Bill as Passed Legislature: 18.64.001
Session Law: 18.64.001