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HB 1027

Relating to the provision of telepharmacy services.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Matt Shaheen

Texas bill authorizes remote pharmacy services via telecommunications, enabling pharmacists to provide patient consultations and medication management without in-person visits.

Referred to Health & Human Services
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Bill Summary · HB 1027

Legislative bill overview

HB 1027 expands the delivery of pharmacy services through telepharmacy—allowing pharmacists to provide remote consultations, medication therapy management, and other services via telecommunications technology. The bill modifies Texas pharmacy regulations to permit licensed pharmacists to serve patients remotely while maintaining appropriate oversight and patient safety standards.

Why is this important

Telepharmacy can improve medication access for rural and underserved communities where pharmacy services are limited or unavailable. It also potentially reduces wait times at traditional pharmacies and allows pharmacists to focus on clinical services beyond just filling prescriptions, though implementation details will determine actual benefits.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of remote services: Unclear which pharmacy services can be performed remotely versus those requiring in-person interaction, potentially creating regulatory ambiguity
  • Patient privacy and data security: Remote pharmaceutical services involve transmitting sensitive health information; standards for cybersecurity and HIPAA compliance need clear definition
  • Impact on traditional pharmacies and technicians: Expansion of remote services could affect employment at brick-and-mortar locations and raise questions about economic competition
  • Interstate practice: Telepharmacy's borderless nature may create jurisdictional conflicts if patients in other states access Texas pharmacists' services

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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