HB 2648, related to pseudoephedrine (PSE), was passed by the Senate Committee on Health Care and transmitted to the Senate floor for consideration. The bill would remove the existing prescription only requirement and require an electronic system to track all over-the-counter sales of PSE in the state.
Also in Oregon, the agenda for the next Board of Pharmacy meeting being held June 9-10, 2021, has been posted.
Laslty in Oregon, the Health Authority adopted temporary regulations under OAR 333-003-5000 to prohibit health care providers and vaccine sites from requiring parental consent for coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination for minors age 15 to 17 who are exercising their right to consent under state law. The rule also establishes civil penalties of up to $500 per day per violation. In addition, the temporary regulations (OAR 333-047-2000) require persons or entities receiving state-supplied COVID-19 vaccines to comply with the OHA’s COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Site and Provider Guidance. The rules are effective May 27, 2021, and expire November 22, 2021.
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