An Act establishing a prescription drug rebate program for seniors
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes establishing a prescription drug rebate program specifically for seniors in Massachusetts. The program aims to lower the cost of medications for older adults by requiring drug manufacturers to provide rebates to the state, which would then be distributed to eligible seniors. This would help alleviate the financial burden of prescription drugs for a significant portion of the state’s population.
Key provisions
- Requires drug manufacturers to provide rebates on prescription drugs.
- Establishes a mechanism for distributing these rebates to seniors.
- Focuses on lowering the cost of medications for older adults.
- The program is intended to help seniors afford necessary medications.
Who is affected
- Seniors in Massachusetts
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- The state of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Creates a new state-sponsored rebate program for prescription drugs.
- Potentially reduces the out-of-pocket costs for seniors on medications.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Nicholas A. Boldyga
Cosponsor
Nicholas A. Boldyga
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