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SF3121 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Pharmacy intern provisions modifications

Related bill: HF2997

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to modify the provisions related to pharmacy interns in Minnesota, updating certain definitions, fees, registration, renewal requirements, credit hour requirements, and repealing specific rules regarding pharmacy internships.

Main Provisions

  • Pharmacy Intern Definition Expansion: The definition now includes individuals in various stages of pharmacy education, foreign graduates seeking internships, and those involved in residency or fellowship programs not licensed in Minnesota but licensed elsewhere.

  • Application and Renewal Fees:

    • The pharmacy intern application fee is reduced from $75 to $25.
    • New annual renewal procedures for pharmacy interns start January 1, 2026, with a $25 renewal fee and specific deadlines to avoid late fees.

  • Internship Registration and Renewal Requirements:

    • Intern registrations must be renewed by September 30 each year.
    • Interns are required to keep their employment records updated with the board and report credit hours yearly.
    • Registrations may be terminated if interns are no longer enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program.
    • Interns must pursue their pharmacy degree or complete residency/fellowship in good faith.

  • Internship Credit Hour Requirements:

    • A total of 1600 intern credit hours is required for pharmacist licensure, with specified limits on hours that can be earned during study years and in concurrent settings.

  • Repeal of Existing Rules: Certain Minnesota Rules regarding pharmacy internships are repealed, simplifying the process and aligning it with the updated statutory language.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

-Fees and Registration Changes: There are reduced application and renewal fees, and adjustments to the registration process for pharmacy interns. - Repeal of Minnesota Rules: The bill repeals rules that previously outlined specific competencies and defined internship processes, aiming to streamline requirements.

Relevant Terms

  • Pharmacy intern
  • Licensure
  • Internship requirements
  • Reinstatement fees
  • Credit hours
  • Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 31, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 31, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHealth and Human Services

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill includes a modification to the licensure fees for drug manufacturers of opiate-containing controlled substances, referencing section 152.02 for controlled substances classifications.",
      "modified": [
        "Adjusts the licensing fees for manufacturers dealing with opiate-containing drugs as classified under 152.02 subdivisions 3 to 5."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "152.02",
    "subdivision": "subdivisions 3 to 5"
  }
]

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