MN HF1032

Board of Pharmacy must contract with a central repository (wholesale drug distributor) to implement and administer the medication repository program, with the contract requiring transfer of all legislative appropriations to the central repository for program operations.

Central repository must report performance measures to the Board including number of individuals served, types of medications dispensed, partner facilities, medication costs, and disposal information, with annual audits of legislative funding expenditures.

Eligible donors include health care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, pharmacies, drug wholesalers, drug manufacturers, and individuals 18 years or older; eligible recipients are Minnesota residents who are uninsured, lack prescription drug coverage, or are underinsured.

Donated drugs and medical supplies must meet strict requirements including original sealed packaging, expiration date at least six months away, no signs of tampering or deterioration, and cannot be controlled substances; repositories must maintain detailed inventory, inspection, and destruction records.

Appropriations are made from the general fund to the Board of Pharmacy for transfer to the central repository to administer the medication repository program in fiscal years 2024 and 2025 (specific dollar amounts to be determined).