(Jan. 29, 2026) – Today, the House Health and Human Services Committee heard a presentation by Jeffrey Burns, MD, on KU's Alzheimer's Research.
The committee also held a bill hearing on House Bill 2157. The legislation expands pharmacists' scope of practice to include point-of-care testing and treatment for COVID-19. Testimony was provided by:
Proponents:
- John Monroe, Kansas Association of Chain Drug Stores
- Nate Wiehl, Auburn Pharmacies
Opponents:
- Rachelle Colombo, with the Kansas Medical Society.
The committee will continue meetings next week.