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MD HB1377
Bill
Status
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Anne Kaiser
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Redirecting Safe Prescription Drugs Pilot Program to expand medication access for underserved populations, reduce pharmaceutical waste, and prevent drug diversion
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Requires the Secretary of Health to collaborate with the federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and four Maryland repositories registered to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Days
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Participating repositories must separate and redirect eligible, noncontrolled, unopened prescription medications to the State's existing Prescription Drug Repository Program, while ensuring controlled substances go to the DEA
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Secretary of Health must report to the State Board of Pharmacy and General Assembly by October 1, 2027 on the number and types of medications collected and packaging compliance
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Takes effect July 1, 2026 and automatically expires on December 31, 2027 (18-month pilot period)
Legislative Description
Prescription Drug Repository Program - Redirecting Safe Prescription Drugs Pilot Program
Reports
Last Action
Favorable with Amendments Report by Health
3/16/2026