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FL H0287

Bill

Status

Failed

5/3/2019

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Geller

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Pharmacists and practitioners must place a red warning sticker on all newly-prescribed Schedule II opioid containers warning about addiction risks and overdose dangers

  • Pharmacies must offer prescription lock boxes for sale at each location and display a sign (minimum 4x5 inches) near the counter advertising their availability

  • Department of Health may develop an educational pamphlet covering controlled substance precautions, misuse risks, addiction dangers, proper storage/disposal, and treatment resources

  • Pharmacists must distribute the department pamphlet free of charge when dispensing controlled substances if copies are provided by the department

  • Effective date: January 1, 2020

Legislative Description

Drug Safety

Last Action

Died in Health Quality Subcommittee

5/3/2019

Committee Referrals

Health Quality Subcommittee1/23/2019

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