Purpose and duties

R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-135-3., under Chapter 42-135 State Pharmaceutical Purchasing and Dispensing Coordinating Council.

R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-135-3.

The purpose of the council shall be to provide a forum to discuss:

(1) Prudent pharmaceutical purchasing mechanisms for state facilities and programs;

(2) Efficient pharmaceutical dispensing capabilities in state and community agencies for medications paid for with state funds; and

(3) A comprehensive and coordinated review of state pharmaceutical purchasing and facility dispensing procedures.