Last mentioned: Mar 5, 2026
Potential Effective Date
Earliest likely date for the law to take effect if signed by the Governor, pending regulatory setup.
Senate Review
The bill moves to the Georgia Senate for committee review and a floor vote.
Senate Review
Expected window for the Georgia Senate to begin committee hearings on the legislation.
House Approval
The Georgia House of Representatives votes to pass the bill allowing pharmacist-prescribed birth control.
House Passage
The Georgia House of Representatives votes to approve the bill allowing pharmacist-dispensed birth control.
Regulatory Drafting
If signed, the Georgia Board of Pharmacy will begin drafting specific screening and compliance protocols.
The Georgia House of Representatives has approved legislation allowing pharmacists to dispense hormonal contraceptives without a physician's prescription. The move aims to expand reproductive healthcare access, particularly in rural areas facing provider shortages.
The Georgia House of Representatives has passed a landmark bill allowing pharmacists to dispense oral contraceptives without a physician's prescription. The legislation represents a significant shift in healthcare regulation, aiming to expand access while imposing new compliance and screening responsibilities on the state's pharmacy sector.