Health: pharmaceuticals; program for the wholesale importation of pharmaceuticals from Canada; provide for. Creates new act.
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the "prescription drug importation act", would allow Michigan to establish a program for importing prescription drugs from Canada. The program would require contracts with licensed wholesalers, adherence to federal safety standards, and tracking of imported drugs. It also aims to reduce prescription drug costs for consumers and requires regular reporting on the program’s operation and cost savings. The department of health and human services would oversee the program, working with federal officials and stakeholders.
Key provisions
- Establishes a wholesale prescription drug importation program.
- Requires contracts with licensed drug wholesalers.
- Mandates compliance with 21 USC 384 regarding safety and cost savings.
- Specifies that imported drugs must meet U.S. Food and Drug Administration standards.
- Prohibits the distribution of imported drugs outside of Michigan.
- Requires tracking and tracing of imported drugs to comply with federal regulations.
- Requires the department to seek federal certification and approval.
- Mandates annual reporting on program operation and cost savings.
Who is affected
- Consumers
- Pharmacies
- Health Insurers
- Health Care Providers
- Drug Wholesalers
Notable changes
- Allows for the importation of prescription drugs from Canada.
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