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UT HB0257

Bill

Status

Failed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nicholeen Peck

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to create and make available online an opiate abuse prevention pamphlet, removing the previous "as funding is available" condition.

  • Mandates pharmacies dispensing Schedule II or III opiates to print and prominently display the informational pamphlet at the point of sale.

  • Removes the exemption that previously allowed pharmacies to skip the pamphlet requirement if they were unable to obtain it from the department.

  • Pamphlet must include information on addiction risks, proper storage and disposal, alternative pain management options, naloxone benefits and access, and substance use disorder resources.

  • Effective date: May 6, 2026.

Legislative Description

Opiate Information Amendments

Health Care

Last Action

House/ filed in House file for bills not passed

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services2/18/2026
Rules1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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