House passes bipartisan legislation to modernize the State Board of Pharmacy
Would add second acute care institutional pharmacist and pharmacy technician to the Board of Pharmacy
Health April 15, 2026 | 3:26 PM
HARRISBURG, April 15 – The Pennsylvania House today unanimously passed bipartisan legislation that would update the membership of the State Board of Pharmacy to provide input from more pharmacy professionals, announced the bill’s co-prime sponsors, state Reps. Arvind Venkat and Andrew Kuzma.
The bill, H.B. 980, would expand the board’s knowledge and expertise by adding a second acute care institutional pharmacist and a registered pharmacy technician. This would increase the board’s membership from five to seven.
“These new appointments will provide the Board of Pharmacy with a deeper pool of knowledge and broader perspectives on pharmacy practice in Pennsylvania,” said Venkat, D-Allegheny. “I have worked with pharmacists throughout my medical career, and I know this legislation will ensure Pennsylvania has more informed, inclusive, and insightful oversight of pharmacy practice. I thank Rep. Kuzma for his partnership on this bill.”
“Adding professional representation to the board allows for a broader range of perspectives to be considered when making decisions and shaping policies,” said Kuzma, R-Allegheny/Washington. “I’m happy to see this bill move forward and partner with Rep. Venkat on this issue. We remain dedicated to bipartisan collaboration to enhance the well-being of Pennsylvanians.”
House Bill 980 will now move to the state Senate for consideration.