S.517

Prohibits pharmacies from charging additional fee for processing prescriptions transmitted by telephone or electronic means.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S517 prohibits pharmacies from charging extra fees for processing prescriptions sent by phone or electronically.

New Jersey S517 aims to prevent pharmacies from imposing additional fees for processing prescriptions transmitted by telephone or electronic means. The bill ensures that any fee charged for electronic or phone-transmitted prescriptions must also apply to written prescriptions. This measure is intended to encourage the use of electronic prescriptions, which are seen as more efficient. The bill amends existing law to include these provisions and takes effect immediately upon enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee