The Ohio Senate Health Committee is set to vote on SB 230 this week, with a full Senate vote expected to follow close behind — and pharmacy advocates need to be heard now.
SB 230, sponsored by Sen. Mark Romanchuk, would let pharmacists test and treat patients 5 and older for common respiratory illnesses like strep throat, flu, and COVID-19. Care would follow a clear, statewide protocol developed by the State Board of Pharmacy, with built-in referral standards and primary care provider notification.
This is a practical step toward faster, more affordable care, especially in rural communities where a physician or urgent care may be far away. The vote is days away, and your senator needs to hear from you before it happens.
Take action now: Tell your state senator to support SB 230. It takes less than a minute.