HB4953

DRUG DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTIONS

Final Passage·5/28/26

Illinois HB4953 amends the Wholesale Drug Distribution Licensing Act to regulate the distribution of prescription drugs by wholesalers and.

Illinois HB4953 amends the Wholesale Drug Distribution Licensing Act to regulate the distribution of prescription drugs by wholesalers and manufacturers. The bill exempts certain prescription drugs from pedigree requirements if they are exempt from the FDA's Prescription Drug Marketing Act guidance. It mandates that prescription drugs be delivered only to licensed entities or authorized health care entities. Wholesalers and manufacturers must verify the recipient's authorization before delivery.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 28
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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6
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 20

2:30 PM

Senate Licensed Activities Committee Hearing

Mar 25

10:00 AM

House Health Care Licenses Committee Hearing

History

Jun 26

House

Sent to the Governor

May 30

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Cristina Castro

May 28

Senate

Third Reading - Passed; 059-000-000