WI SB42

Pharmacists may prescribe and dispense hormonal contraceptive patches and self-administered oral hormonal contraceptives to patients aged 18 and older, following rules established by the Pharmacy Examining Board in consultation with the Medical Examining Board, Board of Nursing, and Department of Health Services.

Patients must complete a self-assessment questionnaire based on American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines and undergo blood pressure screening before receiving a prescription; the questionnaire must include acknowledgment that hormonal contraceptives do not protect against STDs.

Pharmacists must report prescriptions to the patient's primary care practitioner, provide written records to patients, dispense contraceptives as soon as practicable, and maintain malpractice liability insurance coverage.

Department of Health Services must ensure Medical Assistance (Medicaid) covers and reimburses pharmacist-prescribed contraceptives and must certify pharmacists as Medical Assistance providers for these services.

Violations carry forfeitures of $250 to $2,500 per violation; the act takes effect January 1, 2026, with emergency rulemaking authority effective immediately upon publication.