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ME LD1128
Bill
Status
5/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Cassie Julia
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AI Summary
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Removes the pharmacist member from the formulary subcommittee that designates which noncontrolled legend drugs naturopathic doctors may prescribe, leaving only naturopathic members and the allopathic or osteopathic physician member
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Requires the Board of Complementary Health Care Providers to update the naturopathic formulary by January 1, 2026, which has not been updated since 1996
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Mandates the formulary subcommittee consult with pharmacist members of the Maine Board of Pharmacy before finalizing formulary recommendations
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Authorizes the Joint Standing Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services to introduce legislation on naturopathic prescriptive authority in the Second Regular Session of the 132nd Legislature
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Enacted as emergency legislation, taking effect immediately upon Governor approval on May 30, 2025
Legislative Description
An Act to Modernize the Formulary for Naturopathic Doctors
Health Care Services
Last Action
PASSED TO BE ENACTED - Emergency - 2/3 Elected Required, in concurrence.
5/27/2025