The bill amends RCW 18.64.001 to modify the composition of the state pharmacy quality assurance commission. The total number of members is set at 15, with 9 designated as pharmacist members, 4 as public members, 1 as a pharmacy technician, and an additional member who is either a pharmacist or a public member that is an owner, operator, or officer of a pharmacy but not licensed as a pharmacist or pharmacy technician. The bill emphasizes that each pharmacist member must be a resident of Washington and have been a registered pharmacist for at least five consecutive years prior to their appointment.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the qualifications for public members, stating that they must be residents of the state and not affiliated with any aspect of pharmacy, except as specified in the new provisions. The terms of the commission members are set at four years, with staggered expiration to ensure that not more than two members' terms expire simultaneously. The bill also outlines the process for filling vacancies and the eligibility criteria for reappointment to the commission.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 18.64.001