SB-021
GovernorStandardising the Pharmaceutical Dispensing Regulation Act
Type: Bill
Fiscal Impact: None
Introduced: May 10, 2026
Summary
An Act standardising the applicable statutory provisions of the Kentucky Revised Statutes with respect to pharmaceutical dispensing regulation; prescribing procedures, standards, and responsibilities; authorising the promulgation of administrative regulations; and providing for related matters.
Full Text
WHEREAS the Commonwealth of Kentucky has a compelling interest in the orderly administration of pharmaceutical dispensing regulation;
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY:
SECTION 1. Legislative Findings and Declarations of Policy.
The General Assembly hereby finds that the pharmaceutical dispensing regulation in the Commonwealth requires responsive and efficient statutory governance. It is the declared policy of this Commonwealth to ensure that the regulatory framework governing said pharmaceutical dispensing regulation is modern, equitable, and aligned with current best practices.
SECTION 2. Procedural Safeguards.
To the extent practicable and consistent with applicable civil rights laws, the Agency shall endeavour to ensure that the benefits and services authorised under this Act are administered in an equitable and nondiscriminatory manner across all regions and demographic groups within the Commonwealth.
In the event any provision of this Act, or the application thereof to any person or set of circumstances, is held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this Act which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Act are declared to be severable.
SECTION 3. Data Confidentiality.
The Agency shall, in consultation with the relevant Interim Joint Committee, undertake a comprehensive review of the programme established by this Act no later than four (4) years following its effective date and shall report findings and any recommended statutory modifications to the General Assembly.
SECTION 4. Definitions.
"Commissioner" means the duly appointed and confirmed Commissioner of the relevant Department as established pursuant to KRS Chapter 12.
"Qualified Entity" means any person or organisation that meets the eligibility criteria established pursuant to Section 3 of this Act.
"Regulated Activity" means any commercial, industrial, agricultural, or professional activity subject to oversight under the provisions of this Act.
"Secretary" means the Secretary of the relevant Cabinet as designated in the Executive Branch reorganisation order.
"Fiscal Year" means the twelve-month period commencing on July 1 of each calendar year and terminating on June 30 of the succeeding calendar year.
SECTION 5. Effective Date.
This Act shall take effect ninety (90) days following its enactment into law.
SECTION 6. Severability.
In the event any provision of this Act, or the application thereof to any person or set of circumstances, is held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this Act which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Act are declared to be severable.
Legislative Proceedings
30 entriesI am proud to present to this body SB-021, which I commend to the favourable attention of my colleagues.
I second the motion to introduce SB-021 and concur that it warrants the serious attention of this chamber.
The Chair announces that SB-021 has been referred from initial introduction to open debate in accordance with the standing rules of this chamber.
I rise in strong support of SB-021. Having reviewed the bill's provisions in detail, I am persuaded that its enactment represents sound fiscal and legislative policy, and I urge my colleagues to vote affirmatively.
My constituents have spoken clearly on this matter. SB-021 reflects the will of the people and this chamber should act accordingly, without delay.
I rise in strong support of SB-021. Having reviewed the bill's provisions in detail, I am persuaded that its enactment represents sound fiscal and legislative policy, and I urge my colleagues to vote affirmatively.
While I appreciate the intent behind SB-021, I believe the preferable course is to refer this matter back to committee for further refinement of its definitional provisions.
The committee received substantial testimony on SB-021 and, by a vote of the majority, reports it to the floor for consideration. A minority report has been filed and is available to all members.
Before we proceed to the vote, I urge all members to reflect carefully on the implications of SB-021 for our constituents. The record speaks for itself.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
Nay. I look forward to working with the sponsor on an amended version in a future session.
I vote yea and record my support for the advancement of sound public policy.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
I cast my vote in the affirmative, consistent with the wishes of my constituents and my own studied review of this measure.
Nay. The measure as drafted requires revision before it can command my support.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
I cast my vote in the negative, consistent with my responsibility to ensure the fiscal integrity of this Commonwealth.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
I vote nay and respectfully express my concern that further deliberation is warranted.
Yea. This legislation serves the public interest and merits the affirmative vote of this chamber.
Yea. I commend the sponsoring member for bringing this matter before the chamber.
I cast my vote in the affirmative, consistent with the wishes of my constituents and my own studied review of this measure.
The Clerk is directed to transmit SB-021, having passed this chamber, to the other chamber for its concurrence.
SB-021, having passed both chambers of the General Assembly, is transmitted to the Governor for signature or other action.
Bill Progress
- Draft
- Debate
- Committee
- Floor Vote
- Other Chamber
- Governor
- Enacted