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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 86(R)

Senate Bill 1947

Senate Author:  Watson et al.

Effective:  9-1-19

House Sponsor:  Sheffield et al.


            Senate Bill 1947 amends the Health and Safety Code and Occupations Code to require the Texas State Board of Pharmacy to make certain reported information relating to the distribution of controlled substances available to the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners for the purpose of routine inspections and investigations. The bill includes two hours of continuing education related to opioid abuse and controlled substance diversion, inventory, and security every two years among the veterinarian license continuing education requirements.