1. (a) An eligible entity may apply to the board or a third party that has contracted with the board under section 10(d) of this chapter to participate as a local repository in the program. The board or a third party shall approve or deny the eligible entity's application to participate as a local repository.
2. (b) Donations of prescription drugs and supplies under the program may be made on the premises of the central repository or a local repository.

3. (c) A local repository must meet the following requirements:

   1. (1) Comply with all laws applicable to the storage and distribution of prescription drugs.
   2. (2) Provide to the board the name, street address, and telephone number of the eligible entity approved by the board or third party to participate as a local repository, and any state license or registration number issued to the eligible entity, including the name of the issuing agency or board.
   3. (3) The name and telephone number of the responsible practitioner who is employed by or under contract with the eligible entity.
   4. (4) A statement, signed and dated by the responsible practitioner, indicating that the eligible entity meets the eligibility requirements under this chapter.

As added by P.L.208-2023, SEC.5.