Relates to requiring prescription drug containers be labeled with a description of the size, shape, color and imprint of the prescription drug it contains if such drug is in tablet or capsule form
This bill requires pharmacies to label prescription drug containers with a physical description of the pill itself, including its size, shape, color, and any imprint markings. It directly affects pharmacies and pharmacists who dispense prescription medications, adding these specific details to existing label requirements. The key provision updates current labeling rules by mandating that the container label must include these visual characteristics to help patients and healthcare providers identify the medication accurately. This change aims to improve safety and reduce medication errors by providing clearer visual identification of prescription drugs.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2025
Last action May 20, 2026
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MINOR
This bill adds a new sponsor and updates the legislative history to reflect committee actions. It clarifies that the labeling requirement for prescription drugs applies specifically to tablets and capsules, rather than all drug forms. The effective date for the law is changed from 90 days to one year after enactment.
Scope change
The bill's scope was narrowed to explicitly apply the labeling requirements only to drugs in tablet or capsule form.
ELIGIBILITY
Added sponsor Kassay to the list of bill sponsors.
REQUIREMENT
Modified the labeling requirement to specify that it applies only if the drug is in tablet or capsule form.
TIMELINE
Changed the effective date of the act from 90 days after enactment to one year after enactment.
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Total actions
6
Key actions
2
Committee
4
Amendments
2
May 20, 2026
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO RULES
lower
May 19, 2026
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO CODES
lower
May 15, 2026
Lower · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 2640A
lower
May 15, 2026
Lower · Passed
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO HIGHER EDUCATION
lower
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
lower
Jan 21, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
lower
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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