HB109 Summary

• Authorizes the Alabama Board of Pharmacy to issue pharmacy intern/extern permits to pharmacy school graduates and enrolled pharmacy students to compound and dispense prescriptions under immediate direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist on permitted pharmacy premises.

• Establishes eligibility requirements including good moral character, U.S. citizenship or legal presence documentation, and prohibition of conduct violating pharmacy laws or board rules.

• Sets permit fees at up to $100 for initial application, with renewal fees of up to $100 due by December 31 of odd-numbered years, plus late penalties of up to $50 per month.

• Requires background checks on all applicants at the applicant's expense as part of the initial application process.

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and gubernatorial approval.