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AL HB146

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Phillip Rigsby

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows pharmacists to dispense Ivermectin without an individual prescription to adults 19+ (or minors with parental consent) under a standing order signed by a physician, physician assistant, or certified registered nurse practitioner

  • Standing orders must include a risk assessment protocol, standardized information sheet with indications/contraindications and usage instructions, and documentation forms for the pharmacist

  • Prohibits health care providers and pharmacists from participating in programs or accepting compensation that would induce them to promote or endorse Ivermectin use

  • Protects providers who sign standing orders and pharmacists who dispense under them from disciplinary action by their licensing boards, including protection for good-faith errors in following the order

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Licensed health care providers; to permit the dispensing of ivermectin by pharmacists without an individual prescription

Health

Last Action

Pending House Health

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Health1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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