Assembly BillChaptered/SignedBusiness and Professions
AB 1587: Prescription drug refills: prescriber notifications.
What AB 1587 does, verified August 24, 2026
The bill aims to amend a section of the Business and Professions Code to change the rules for prescription drug refills. Currently, a pharmacist can refill a prescription without the prescriber's authorization if they believe it's necessary for the patient's ongoing care. However, the bill would require a pharmacist to notify the prescriber if they identify one. This change would ensure that the prescriber is informed when a refill is made without their approval.
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 69, Statutes of 2026. (2026-07-13)Alert me
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| Jul. 13, 2026 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 69, Statutes of 2026. |
| Jul. 13, 2026 | Approved by the Governor. |
| Jul. 02, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. |
| Jun. 25, 2026 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Jun. 25, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 36. Noes 0. Page 5015.). |