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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to pharmaceutical "gag clauses". Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits "gag clauses" in contracts between health insurance carriers or pharmacy benefits managers and pharmacies or pharmacists. Gag clauses prevent pharmacists from informing patients about the actual cost of a prescription medication and whether there are cheaper alternatives available, such as paying in cash. The bill also prohibits health insurance carriers or pharmacy benefits managers from requiring patients to pay more at the point of sale for a covered prescription medication than they would if they purchased the medication without using their health insurance plan.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2693 (on 02/14/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S728 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S728.pdf |
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