Changes the laws regarding the dispensing of contraceptives

HB 797 repeals Missouri's current pharmacy law and creates two new sections to allow pharmacists to dispense self-administered hormonal contraceptives without a prescription. The bill adds a specific provision (section 338.010(10)) to the definition of pharmacy practice, directing that such dispensing occur under a new section (338.720) that will establish detailed rules for pharmacists. This change directly affects pharmacists, who will gain authority to provide these contraceptives, and patients seeking accessible contraceptive care. The new law expands patient access by enabling pharmacists to dispense hormonal contraceptives (like pills or patches) under the framework established in section 338.720, without requiring a separate physician prescription.