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MI HB6143
Bill
Status
11/14/2024
Primary Sponsor
Julie Rogers
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AI Summary
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Requires pharmacies to notify individuals that a prescription reader is available upon request when dispensing prescription drugs.
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Mandates pharmacies provide a prescription reader to individuals who identify as blind, visually impaired, or print disabled, with the device remaining available for the duration of the prescription.
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Requires prescription drug labels to be compatible with any prescription reader provided by the pharmacy.
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Exempts pharmacies located in health care facilities where drugs are dispensed to health professionals for inpatient administration.
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Defines "prescription reader" as a device designed to audibly convey information on prescription drug labels and authorizes the state board to promulgate implementing rules.
Legislative Description
Health occupations: pharmacists; availability of prescription readers; require. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 17756a.
Health: pharmaceuticals
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 11/26/2024
11/26/2024