GA HB1309

All practitioners who dispense drugs (dentists, optometrists, physicians, podiatrists, veterinarians) are classified as engaged in the practice of pharmacy and must comply with all record-keeping, labeling, packaging, and storage requirements applicable to pharmacists and pharmacies

Georgia State Board of Pharmacy gains explicit authority to enforce rules and regulations governing drug dispensing by practitioners

Physicians may delegate authority to dispense dangerous drugs to physician assistants and advance practice registered nurses working under approved job descriptions or nurse protocols, provided they comply with pharmacy requirements

Delegation explicitly excludes Schedule II controlled substances from being dispensed under this expanded authority

Healthcare professionals receiving delegated authority must complete biennial continuing education on death certificate documentation and causes of death