1. A. When a state of emergency is declared under A.R.S. § 32-1910(A) or (B):

   1. 1. A pharmacist who is not licensed in this state, but who is currently licensed in another state, may dispense prescription medications in those affected counties, cities, or towns in this state during the time that a declared state of emergency exists under A.R.S. § 32-1910(A) or (B) if both of the following apply:

      1. a. The pharmacist provides proof of current licensure in another state, and
      2. b. The pharmacist is engaged in a relief effort during a state of emergency.

   2. 2. Acting under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, a pharmacy technician or pharmacy intern not licensed in this state, but currently licensed or registered in another state, may assist a pharmacist in dispensing prescription medications in affected counties, cities, or towns in this state during the time that a declared state of emergency exists under A.R.S. § 32-1910(A) or (B) if both of the following apply:

      1. a. The pharmacy technician or pharmacy intern provides proof of current licensure or registration in another state, and
      2. b. The pharmacy technician or pharmacy intern is engaged in a relief effort during a state of emergency.
2. B. The recognition of nonresident licensure or registration shall end with the termination of the declared state of emergency.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 14 A.A.R. 4400, effective January 3, 2009 (Supp. 08-4).