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

Rep. Arvind Venkat 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.

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