Pharmacy, Pharmacists - As introduced, extends from two to three weeks the period of notice that must be provided to a pharmacist or pharmacy prior to an initial on-site audit for each audit cycle by a covered entity, pharmacy benefits manager, the state or its political subdivisions, or an agent of such entity by sending written notice to the pharmacist or pharmacy. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 3; Title 10, Chapter 7, Part 5; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71.
SB 1403 extends the required notice period for pharmacy audits from two to three weeks before an on-site inspection. This change directly affects pharmacists and pharmacies, requiring covered entities (like pharmacy benefits managers, state agencies, or their agents) to provide written notice 3 weeks in advance instead of 2 weeks per audit cycle. The bill amends Tennessee Code Section 56-7-3103(a)(1) and takes effect January 1, 2026.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025
Last action Mar 18, 2025
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Committee
4
Mar 18, 2025
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
lower
Mar 13, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/18/2025
lower
Mar 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/18/2025
lower
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
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Joey Hensley
RRepublican
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