HB296

AN ACT relating to psychotropic drugs.

Introduced·1/9/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB296 mandates safety measures for psychotropic drugs prescribed to Medicaid-enrolled children.

Kentucky HB296 requires Medicaid-enrolled providers to give parents or guardians a Medication Guide before prescribing psychotropic drugs to children. The guide must detail FDA-identified side effects and risks, including pediatric-specific warnings. Providers must obtain written informed consent from parents or guardians, confirming they have reviewed the guide and understand the risks. The bill mandates the creation of an online reporting system for adverse drug reactions to psychotropic drugs, allowing parents and caregivers to report incidents.

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Health Services Committee
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History

Jan 16

House

to Health Services (H)

Jan 9

House

introduced in House

Jan 9

House

to Committee on Committees (H)