SB 714 – Relating to Testing for and Treatment of Influenza

On Thursday, February 27, SB 714 by Senator Travis Hutson (R-Palm Coast) was heard by the Senate Appropriations Committee and was reported favorable with 15 yeas and 4 nays. AIF stood in support of this legislation.

Pharmacy is the third largest health profession behind nursing and medicine and the Board of Pharmacy, in conjunction with the Department of Health, regulates the practice of pharmacists and pharmacies.

The bill amends the definition of the “practice of the profession of pharmacy” to include the testing for and treatment of influenza (flu) by a pharmacist.

SB 714 will now move to the Senate floor.

AIF supports increased access to care which keeps healthcare and insurance costs low for businesses while providing a healthy workforce.