SB 960 Summary

• Authorizes the California State Board of Pharmacy executive officer to issue letters of admonishment to applicants for licensure who commit violations that do not merit license denial or probationary status.

• Permits letters of admonishment to be issued concurrently with a pharmacy license to qualified applicants.

• Allows applicants receiving letters of admonishment to request an informal office conference within 30 days to contest the letter or submit a written corrective action plan for compliance.

• Requires applicants to maintain copies of the letter of admonishment and any corrective action plan for at least three years.

• Clarifies that issuance of a letter of admonishment to applicants is not considered disciplinary action and shall not be reported as discipline for licensure purposes.