HF 2056 Iowa House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A bill for an act relating to the dispensing of hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin through a standing order in the state.

HF 2056 requires Iowa's public health department to establish a standing order allowing pharmacists to dispense hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin to patients aged 18 or older upon direct request, without a prescription. Pharmacists must provide manufacturer instructions but cannot require a prescription, appointment, or record the patient encounter. The bill grants immunity from civil or criminal liability to pharmacists and the health department medical director for dispensing under this order. It directly affects patients seeking these medications and pharmacists who dispense them under the new protocol.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026 Last action Jan 22, 2026
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Jan 22, 2026
Legislature · Passed
Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
legislature
Jan 20, 2026
Legislature · Passed
Subcommittee Meeting: 01/22/2026 1:00PM House Lounge 2.
legislature
Jan 14, 2026
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee: Andrews, Baeth and Barker.
lower
Jan 14, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, referred to Health and Human Services.
lower
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