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TX SB2470
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Requires prescription drug labels at Class A and Class E pharmacies to be printed in Times New Roman font with a minimum 12-point size, replacing the previous standard of "easily readable" font
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Mandates that prescription labels include information accessible through a mobile app or assistive technology device at no cost to the patient, covering standard label information plus potential side effects and contraindicated medications
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Requires pharmacists to provide a large-print data sheet upon patient request containing all label information plus side effects and contraindicated medication details
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Texas State Board of Pharmacy must adopt implementing rules by January 1, 2026
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New requirements apply to drugs and biological products dispensed on or after March 1, 2026, with the act taking effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the requirements for the labeling and dispensing of a prescription drug or biological product.
Health
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
4/3/2025