HB4793

PHARMACIST DISPENSING ABILITY

Final Passage·5/21/26

Illinois HB4793 amends the Pharmacy Practice Act to allow pharmacists to add non-pharmaceutical devices to prescriptions and prohibits dispensing.

Illinois HB4793 amends the Pharmacy Practice Act to allow pharmacists to add missing non-pharmaceutical devices or durable medical equipment to a prescription if it aids in the appropriate clinical usage of a medication or achieving a positive therapeutic outcome. The bill also mandates that any adaptations to a prescription must be documented in the patient's record. Additionally, it prohibits requiring pharmacists or pharmacies to dispense prescription drugs for less than their fair market value, including the cost of dispensing.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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7
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 6

1:30 PM

Senate Licensed Activities Committee Hearing

Mar 19

10:00 AM

House Health Care Licenses Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

May 21

Senate

Added as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Jason Plummer

May 21

Senate

Third Reading - Passed; 059-000-000