How are Board of Pharmacy members reimbursed for child care expenses?

Board of Pharmacy members in Minnesota are allowed reimbursement for child care expenses incurred for activities outside their normal work hours. This policy is aimed at facilitating participation from board members who may have caregiving responsibilities, ensuring that financial constraints related to child care do not prevent individuals from serving on the board. By specifying that the reimbursement applies to activities outside normal work hours, it acknowledges that board duties may require time commitment beyond the usual workday, thus making it more equitable for those with children.

The other choices do not align with the established reimbursement policy: Not reimbursing at all would disincentivize individuals with child care needs from engaging in board activities. Limiting reimbursement to only weekend meetings would ignore various other activities potentially requiring child care. Allowing reimbursement for any child care expense incurred could lead to misuse or over-expense, as it does not account for when the expenses are relevant to board duties. Therefore, the correct approach focuses on a balanced policy that ensures board members are supported without undermining accountability.