S779
An Act to protect 340B providers
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Bill overview
This bill, S.779, aims to protect 340B drug discount program providers in Massachusetts. The 340B program provides discounted medications to healthcare providers who serve vulnerable populations. The bill seeks to safeguard these providers from potential disruptions or challenges related to the program’s implementation and operation. It is part of a series of legislative efforts to support and ensure the continued functionality of the 340B program.
Key provisions
- Protects 340B providers in Massachusetts.
- Supports the continued operation of the 340B drug discount program.
- Addresses potential challenges to 340B providers.
- Related to financial services
Who is affected
- 340B drug discount program providers
- Healthcare providers
- Patients served by 340B providers
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Massachusetts
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Primary sponsor
Jason M. Lewis
Cosponsor
Jason M. Lewis
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Bill S.779 194th (Current)
An Act to protect 340B providers
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 779) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation to protect 340B providers in the drug discount program. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Jason M. Lewis
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.779
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2787 |
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