Senate Bill 987 proposes significant changes to Wisconsin's drug repository program, which allows for the donation and distribution of drugs and supplies to eligible individuals. The bill expands the definition of who can donate and receive drugs, allowing any person licensed to possess a drug in their state to participate in Wisconsin's program. It also permits out-of-state donations and specifies that the types of drugs eligible for donation include prescription, nonprescription, and investigational drugs. The bill eliminates the requirement for the Department of Health Services to create rules regarding eligibility and fees, instead establishing these provisions directly in the statute. Eligible patients are defined as those who are indigent, uninsured, underinsured, or enrolled in public health programs, with additional provisions allowing others to receive drugs if no need is identified among those qualifying.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new definitions and requirements for the handling of donated drugs, including stipulations for packaging, labeling, and recordkeeping. It allows for-profit entities to charge a handling fee that does not exceed their costs associated with providing the drugs, while imposing no other limitations on fees. The bill also outlines specific conditions under which drugs can be accepted into the program, such as ensuring they are in tamper-evident packaging and not expired. Overall, Senate Bill 987 aims to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of the drug repository program while ensuring safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 255.056(1)(bg), 255.056, 255.056(1)(d), 255.056(1)(e), 255.056(1)(f), 255.056(2), 255.056(2m)(intro.), 255.056(2m)(b)