Relates to the substitution of brand name epinephrine auto-injectors with alternate epinephrine auto-injectors
This bill allows pharmacists to replace brand-name epinephrine auto-injectors with lower-cost generic versions when treating patients. The substitution is permitted only if the generic product contains the same active ingredients and strength, the doctor has not explicitly requested the brand name, and the patient agrees to the switch after being informed of the option. Additionally, the pharmacist must provide counseling on how to properly use the device. The law aims to reduce costs for purchasers while ensuring that the medical device remains effective and safe.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
May 2024
Senate Passage
May 2024
Assembly Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 8, 2023
Last action May 22, 2024
Floor votes · Senate May 22, 2024
How they voted
59–0
Passed · 3 other
Total votes 62
May 22, 2024
D
Democratic41
95% Yea
R
Republican21
95% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
8
Key actions
1
Committee
3
May 22, 2024
Assembly · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
May 22, 2024
Senate · Passed
PASSED SENATE
Jan 3, 2024
Senate · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
Feb 8, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Nathalia Fernández
DDemocratic
Co
Lea Webb
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Robert Jackson
DDemocratic/Working Families
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