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. The name was updated in 1994 to incorporate the idea of

as a multidisciplinary field that combines a tangible

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product with an intangible cognitive service, which has been developed to be known as

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. Today the TPA reaches out to almost 4,000 members of pharmacist, technicians, teachers, and others with an investment in pharmacy.

Purpose

The purpose of the Texas Pharmacy Association is to Advocate Pharmacy practice both legally and professionally. This is done through lobbying and Political Action Committees. The TPA also provides Continuing Education to its members, who require 30 hours every two years. Other advocacy functions include development of

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projects and the Professional Recovery Network.

Publications

The Guide to Texas Pharmacy and Drug Law is made available through TPA.

Governance

TPA is governed by its bylaws. Bylaws allow for an elected

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, a

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, and the House of Delegates.

Purpose

Publications

Governance

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