What is the New York Drug Management and Disposal Act and what does it require?
Effective March 24, 2009, the New York Drug Management and Disposal Act amended the NYS Environmental Conservation Law relative to the management and disposal of drugs. It includes the following requirements: A. Directs NYSDEC to develop and implement a public information program on the proper storage and disposal of drugs and establish a notice containing such information; B. Requires all pharmacies and other retailers in NYS that sell drugs to post a notice on the proper disposal of drugs in a public location.