Missouri legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri HB2293: Creates provisions relating to over-the-counter medications
Status: In committee, May 15, 2026
What the bill says
To amend chapter 195, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to the over-thecounter purchase of certain medications, with an emergency clause. Section A. Chapter 195, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 195.1000, to read as follows: 195.1000. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, ivermectin tablets and hydroxychloroquine tablets shall be available to the public through over-the-counter purchase in this state without a prescription or consultation with a pharmacist or other health care professional. Section B. Because immediate action is ne.
From the introduced text:
To amend chapter 195, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to the over-thecounter purchase of certain medications, with an emergency clause. Section A. Chapter 195, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 195.1000, to read as follows: 195.1000. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, ivermectin tablets and hydroxychloroquine tablets shall be available to the public through over-the-counter purchase in this state without a prescription or consultation with a pharmacist or other health care professional. Section B. Because immediate action is necessary to ensure the public has adequate access to ivermectin tablets and hydroxychloroquine tablets, section A of this act is deemed necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, welfare, peace, and safety, and is hereby declared to be an emergency act within the meaning of the constitution, and section A of this act shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and approval. ✔ EXPLANATION -- Matter enclosed in bold-faced brackets [thus] in the above bill is not enacted and is intended to be omitted from the law. Matter in bold-face type in the above bill is proposed language.
Sponsors
- Holly Jones (R, 088) · primary sponsor