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UT HB0257
Bill
Status
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nicholeen Peck
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AI Summary
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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.
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Mandates pharmacies dispensing Schedule II or III opiates to print and prominently display the informational pamphlet at the point of sale.
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Removes the exemption that previously allowed pharmacies to skip the pamphlet requirement if they were unable to obtain it from the department.
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Pamphlet must include information on addiction risks, proper storage and disposal, alternative pain management options, naloxone benefits and access, and substance use disorder resources.
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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