MI SB0092

Establishes licensing requirements for pharmacy technicians, including high school diploma/GED, passing a nationally recognized certification examination (PTCB, NHA, or board-approved), and satisfying background check requirements under section 16174.

Creates alternative pathways for pharmacy technician licensure: temporary licenses valid for 210 days for exam preparation and limited licenses for individuals employed as pharmacy technicians on the effective date who worked 1,000+ hours in the previous 2 years.

Defines pharmacy technician functions requiring licensure, including assisting in dispensing, handling non-controlled prescription transfers, compounding drugs, preparing intravenous drugs, and receiving verbal orders (except controlled substances).

Requires pharmacists and pharmacy owners to ensure pharmacy technicians are licensed, perform only authorized functions, and work under pharmacist supervision and personal charge, with potential rule exceptions.

Amends continuing education requirements to mandate pharmacists complete 30 hours over 2 years (or pass proficiency exam) and pharmacy technicians complete 20 hours, with both required to include pain and symptom management coursework.