The Senate met today at 11 a.m.
Ten Senate Bills 259, 352, 431, 488, 552, 553, 573, 579, 582 and 597, were passed today. Senate Bill 431 authorizes that pharmacists and pharmacy interns dispense opioid antagonists, such as Narcan, as over-the-counter drugs, without prescription. These bills will be sent to the House of Delegates for further consideration.
House Bill 4175 which relates generally to home schooling, was passed and has completed legislation. Once the House concurs with Senate amendments the bill will await the Governor’s final approval.
Eight Senate Bills were read for the second time and advanced to the third reading for Monday. This includes Senate Bills 218, 339, 478, 481, 500, 505, 520 and 581. In addition, two House Bills were read for the second time and advanced to the third reading; 4145 and 4161. House Bill 4145 relates to the carry or use of a handgun or deadly weapon and House Bill 4161 relates to the levies on classifications of property by the Board of Public Works.
The Committee on Judiciary will meet today at 1:45 p.m. in 208W
The Senate will reconvene Monday, February 22 at 11 a.m.
