SF3121

SF3121 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Pharmacy intern provisions modifications

Related bill: HF2997

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to modify the rules and regulations related to pharmacy interns in Minnesota. It updates various statutory provisions to align with the current standards in pharmacy education and practice and sets new requirements for the registration, fees, and internship experiences of pharmacy interns.

Main Provisions

Definition of Pharmacy Intern: The definition has been broadened to include students enrolled in pharmacy programs, graduates awaiting licensure, international graduates pursuing equivalency, and individuals in residency or fellowship programs.
Fees Adjustment: Application fees for pharmacy interns are reduced from $75 to $25. The renewal fee for pharmacy interns is set at $25 beginning January 1, 2026.
Registration and Renewal: The bill outlines the process for registration and renewal of pharmacy intern registrations, including a set expiration date for intern registrations and conditions for termination if a student is no longer enrolled in an accredited pharmacy program.
Internship Credit Hours: Applicants for pharmacist licensure must complete at least 1600 intern credit hours under supervision. Limits are set on the number of hours that can be completed in certain contexts, such as concurrent time and weekly limits.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

Intern Registration: New requirements specify that an intern's registration will lapse if they are no longer pursuing a pharmacy degree, and regulation of the renewal process includes late fees.
Repeal of Existing Rules: The bill repeals certain Minnesota rules pertaining to definitions and training subparts for interns, reflecting updated standards in pharmacy education.

Relevant Terms

pharmacy intern, registration, licensure, internship credit hours, application fees, renewal fees, Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination, preceptor, residency, fellowship, termination of registration.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file
Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 31, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
March 31, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Health and Human Services

Citations

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        "Clarifies qualifications for foreign pharmacy graduates seeking internship experience."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill modifies the definition of 'pharmacist intern or intern' under section 151.01, subdivision 15.",
      "modified": [
        "Adds a requirement for registration by the board for pharmacy interns."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "151.01",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 15"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "New fee categories for third-party logistics providers and medical gas dispensers."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Amendments to application fee structure for pharmacy-related licensure under section 151.065, subdivision 1.",
      "modified": [
        "Adjustment of fees for pharmacists licensed by reciprocity and examination."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "151.065",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Implementation of a reduced fee for pharmacy interns starting January 1, 2026."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Updates annual renewal fees for pharmacy licenses as per section 151.065, subdivision 3.",
      "modified": [
        "Revised fees for drug manufacturers various categories."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "151.065",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 3"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Reinstatement fee policies for various pharmacy roles as described in section 151.065, subdivision 6.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarified reinstatement fees and procedures for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy interns."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "151.065",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 6"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Detailed renewal criteria and expiration dates for pharmacy intern registrations."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Modifications of internship registration and renewal requirements under section 151.101.",
      "modified": [
        "Changes to eligibility criteria and requirements for license application under section 151.10."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "151.101",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Inclusion of opiate-containing controlled substances under section 152.02, subdivisions 3 to 5.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "152.02",
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  }
]