HI SB325

Authorizes pharmacies registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration as authorized collectors to accept return of prescription drugs for disposal only.

Prohibits returned prescription drugs from being redispensed or returned for cash or credit.

Requires pharmacies accepting returned drugs to use either secured collection receptacles compliant with 21 CFR 1317.75 or mail-back programs for disposal.

Mandates the pharmacist-in-charge ensure only DEA-approved reverse distributors acquire prescription drugs collected through collection receptacles and mail-back programs.

Effective upon approval and addresses safe disposal of unused, remaining, or expired prescription drugs as part of Hawaii's opioid epidemic response.