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GA SB418

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/23/2016

Primary Sponsor

Bruce Thompson

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Georgia Code Section 26-4-80.1 to add a new identification requirement for filling hard copy Schedule II controlled substance prescriptions
  • Requires the individual presenting a Schedule II prescription to provide government-issued identification containing their name, address, and photograph
  • Requires the pharmacist to photocopy the presented government-issued identification and retain the photocopy for a minimum of three years
  • Retains the existing requirement that hard copy Schedule II prescriptions must be written on security paper, with an exception for emergency supplies provided in accordance with board and insurance contract requirements

Legislative Description

Pharmacists and Pharmacies; change provisions relating to filling Schedule II controlled substance prescriptions

Last Action

Senate Read and Referred

2/24/2016

Full Bill Text

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