Agenda:WA Wildfire Update and NewsWSPA Website UpdateMeeting with OIC on PBM Discussion 8.18.26Hear from your Board of Director Candidates (Voters Pamphlet)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be August 26th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.OIC and Pharmacy Community Meeting Regarding PBMs August 18th 9-11 am - virtual and in personPharmacy Technician CE and Networking Day September 25th - Virtual and in Renton, WAAmbulatory Care Academy Fall Meeting October 2nd LTC Academy Quarterly Call  October 6th 1 pm - Virtual <a...

Agenda:Pharmacy Technician Schooling Program Update - We will be having Stephanie O'Brine from Yakima Valley Community College to provide some updates on the Yakima and Wenatchee programs. GLP-1 Updated Tools - Now that we are a few weeks into the GLP-1 Bridge Program, we've seen some confusion surrounding communication with providers. A quick update to our news page has a new email template that can be used.PQAC Update - A quick recap of PQAC's 7/23/26 meeting will be provided.WSPA Elections - This is a reminder that the Meet the Candidates Town Hall will be on August 12th, 2026 for new WSPA Board Members.SIG Highlight - Compounding SIGUpcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be August 12th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Industry SIG Meeting August 6th 12-1PM - virtualOIC and Pharmacy Community Meeting Regarding PBMs August 18th 9-11 am - virtual and in personPharmacy Technician CE and Networking Day September 25th - Virtual and in Renton, WAAmbulatory Care Academy Fall Meeting October 2nd LTC Academy Quarterly Call  October 6th 1 pm - Virtual NABP and AACP District 6, 7 &amp; 8 meeting October 18-20, Spokane, WAWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA

Agenda:Pharmacy Schools Update Dean Julie Akers from Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Dr. Ryan Hanson, Chair of the Pharmacy Department at the University of Washington School of Pharmacy will provide program updates and priorities. Invasive HIB Outbreak - Alaska, Oregon and Washington have seen cases of invasive HIB in adults experiencing homelessness, drug use or smoking. MMWR and EpiTrends. WSPA Staff are members of the state workgroup to evaluate vaccination and outreach options.  Cyclosporiasis Outbreak - This parasite is best treated with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and is not (yet?) a cause for concern in Washington. Medicaid increases morphine equivalent threshold to 200 MME for certain diagnoses including hospice, palliative care and end of life starting 8//1. Pharmacies may still need to call managed Medicaid programs for expedited authorizations as they update their systems. Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be June 17th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.OIC and Pharmacy Community Meeting Regarding PBMs August 18th 9-11 am - virtual and in personPharmacy Technician CE and Networking Day September 25th - Virtual and in Renton, WAAmbulatory Care Academy October 2nd LTC Quarterly Call  October 6th 1 pm - Virtual NABP and AACP District 6, 7 &amp; 8 meeting October 18-20, Spokane, WAWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WANEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

Agenda:CPESN Washington Highlight Washington's Community Pharmacy Enhanced Services Network (CPESNWA) is a partner of WSPA. On today's call the Managing Network facilitator, and WSPA staff member Sirena Kalinski will discuss the Network. Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be June 17th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.WSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WANEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

Agenda:CMS GLP-1 Bridge Program WSPA staff will highlight nuances to this important program. Pharmacy professionals in the community and ambulatory space should take time to understand the program and it's intricacies (of which there are quite a few!) Seeking Student and Resident Representatives for SIGs and Academies These leadership opportunities are outstanding connection points for students and residents wanting to have a significant contribution to the profession. Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be in 2 weeks. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Office of the Insurance Commissioner Pharmacy Meeting August 18th 9-11 am, virtual and in Olympia, WANABP and AACP District 6, 7, and 8 Annual Meeting October 18th to 20th, Spokane, WAWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WANEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

Agenda:PQAC Meeting Recap The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission had a busy meeting with extensive rulemaking. Washington State Community Information Exchange (WA CIE) Comagine Health presents on this vital data connection and resourceCMS Informational Pharmacy Webinar on the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge :The Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services (CMS) is holding an upcoming informational pharmacy webinar on the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge. The webinar will be held on Thursday, June 11th, 2026, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET. Please note: This event will be closed to the public and press.Northwest Pharmacy Convention ReflectionAnnual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be June 17th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.WSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WANEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

Agenda:ECAPS Bill Scheduled for Markup tomorrow! HR 3164 - Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act would permit pharmacists to bill Medicare as Qualified Health Providers for flu, COVID and Strep Testing. Having a markup is a necessary step to final bill passage. Congresswoman DelBene sits on the committee. Please send her office a note or call of support! EthnoMed This non-profit connects providers and patients who come from refugee, immigrant and migrant backgrounds. EthnoMed will join the Town Hall call to provide resources for pharmacy practitioners. Mifepristone Mail order and community pharmacy access maintained by the Supreme Court last week. UMPJE Coming to Washington - The Universal Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam is coming to Washington State. We will discuss what the UMPJE is, and highlight the PQAC Adoption Dates.  Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be May 29th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.<a...

Agenda:Drug Take-Back Program Sunset Review The Drug Take-Back Program was created in the legislature to go through January 1st, 2029, and is undergoing a review. This review will make a recommendation to change, continue or terminate the program. We intend for the pharmacy community to be involved in their research and fact finding. Mifepristone access may be limited following action by the 5th Circuit Court, but is stayed until May 11th.  Ambulatory Care Academy Spring Meeting RecapTechnician Spring Fling Meeting Recap Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be May 29th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Health System Leadership Meeting, Puyallup, May 8th Northwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WANEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

Agenda:Rural Health Transformation Project WSPA's project and WorkgroupMobile Health Outreach Grant Many pharmacies have been providing care and outreach to communities across Washington this year. Project description and Event Map.DOH Equitable Licensing Fees Sessions  WSPA will attend these sessions to express concerns about our high license fees, and need to maintain PQAC funding - we don't want to see further increases.2026 WSPA Salary Survey We aren't at our goal responses yet!!! Please share with your peers! Respondents have a chance to win a $100 Amazon card. You do not have to be a member to participate. Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be April 22nd. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Amb Care Academy Spring Meeting, April 24, 2026; Hybrid - Online and in RentonPharmacy Technician Spring Fling, May 1; 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM - Online and in Renton<a...

Agenda:PQAC Business Meeting RecapAPhA Annual Meeting HighlightsNCPA Fly In: WSPA members prepare to speak to our legislators in DC. Rural Health Transformation RFP CallWashington's Prescription Monitoring Program A reminder that three distinct dates must be reported to the PMP. Also note that while testosterone fills are being collected, they are not being displayed. 2026 WSPA Salary Survey We are still gathering responses. Please share with your peers! Respondents have a chance to win a $100 Amazon card. You do not have to be a member to participate. Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events:The next Town Hall will be April 22nd. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.WSPA Industry SIG Meeting, April 14, 2026; 12:00 PM, VirtualWA State Technician Association Meeting, April 15, 2026; 8:00 AM, VirtualAmb Care Academy Spring Meeting, April 24, 2026; Hybrid - Online and in Renton<a...