HB 396 Summary

• Amends definitions in Idaho Code Chapter 37-2701 to clarify terminology regarding controlled substances, including corrections to references changing "act" to "chapter" throughout the definitions section

• Requires every prescriber, except veterinarians, to annually register with the State Board of Pharmacy to obtain online access to the controlled substances prescriptions database upon renewal or initial registration

• Establishes that prescribers must register to access the database, with registration completed during the renewal process for existing controlled substance registrants and at the time of initial registration for new registrants

• Adds criminal penalties for unauthorized access and misuse of the prescription monitoring program database, including up to six months jail time and $2,000 fine for intentionally sharing or failing to safeguard user account credentials