SB545Introduced in the Senate
Ivermectin; authorize over-the-counter sale.
Introduced by Luther Cifers, District 10
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Ivermectin; over-the-counter sale. Authorizes the over-the-counter sale of ivermectin suitable for human use to persons 18 years of age or older without a prescription or consultation with a pharmacist or other health care professional.
Where it stands
Passed by indefinitely in Education and Health (9-Y 6-N)
February 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Passed by indefinitely in Education and Health (9-Y 6-N) · February 12, 2026
9
Yes
6
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
15 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Head | 3 | No |
| David Suetterlein | 4 | No |
| Todd Pillion | 6 | No |
| Mark Peake | 8 | No |
| Lashrecse Aird | 13 | Yes |
| Lamont Bagby | 14 | Yes |
| Schuyler VanValkenburg | 16 | Yes |
| Louise Lucas | 18 | Yes |
| Christie New Craig | 19 | No |
| Mamie Locke | 23 | Yes |
Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26100862D
Referred to Committee on Education and Health
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB545)
Assigned Education sub: Health Professions
Passed by indefinitely in Education and Health (9-Y 6-N)
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