Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) signed SB 95 into law on July 7. It was effective upon his signature. The law allows for pharmacist licensure by endorsement for 180 days to assist with the increased number of new prescriptions coming into stores due to pharmacy closures in the state. A provisional license application will be posted on the Board of Pharmacy's website soon. NACDS thanks the Pennsylvania Association of Chain Drug Stores (PACDS) for working with members to get this bill across the finish line remarkably quickly during a very challenging budget season.
Also in Pennsylvania, the long-awaited Pharmacy Technician Registration Regulations were finalized and effective on June 27.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.