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S2888Introduced in the Senate

Sets conditions for pharmacists to prescribe tobacco cessation drug therapies, including education approved by the state board of pharmacy.

IntroducedSenate Health and Human Services

Introduced by Bridget Valverde, District 35

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BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- PHARMACIES - Sets conditions for pharmacists to prescribe tobacco cessation drug therapies, including education approved by the state board of pharmacy.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

April 30, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Senate Committee on Health & Human Services: Be held for further study · April 30, 2026

8

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0

No

0

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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