SENATE BILL NO. 516

September 03, 2025, Introduced by Senators LINDSEY, HOITENGA, DALEY, LAUWERS, VICTORY and NESBITT and referred to Committee on Government Operations.

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled

"Public health code,"

(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding sections 17771 and 17771a.

the people of the state of michigan enact:

Sec. 17771. A pharmacist may make ivermectin available without a prescription in such a manner as the pharmacist considers appropriate.

Sec. 17771a. A pharmacist or pharmacy engaged in the business of selling drugs at retail may make ivermectin available for over-the-counter sale in oral, tablet, or topical form, if both of the following are met:

(a) The drug is manufactured in accordance with good manufacturing practices.

(b) The drug's packaging is clearly labeled with dosage instructions, contraindications, and safety information.