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TX HB1948
Bill
Status
1/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Donna Howard
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AI Summary
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Expands physician delegation authority to allow advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) and physician assistants (PAs) to prescribe and order Schedule II controlled substances, in addition to the previously allowed Schedules III, IV, and V
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Prescriptions for controlled substances, including Schedule II drugs, are limited to a maximum 90-day period including any refills
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Requires consultation with the delegating physician for prescription refills, with documentation noted in the patient's chart
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Mandates physician consultation for any controlled substance prescription for children under two years of age, with chart documentation required
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Repeals Section 157.0511(b-1) of the Occupations Code, which previously contained separate restrictions on Schedule II controlled substance delegation; effective September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the prescribing and ordering of Schedule II controlled substances by certain advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants.
STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
Last Action
Referred to Public Health
3/14/2025