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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
05/27/2021
05/27/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and provide recommendations on the feasibility of implementing a drug repository program for high cost pharmaceuticals. Elder Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to study and provide recommendations on the feasibility of implementing a drug repository program for high-cost pharmaceuticals in Massachusetts, excluding Schedule I and II controlled substances. The commission will examine successful drug repository programs in other states, determine what parties should be permitted to donate and receive medication, focus on prescription drugs for chronic illness and cancer, and recommend guidelines and regulations to ensure public safety and potential consumer savings. The commission will consist of various state legislators and government officials, and will submit its report and findings by February 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Brad Jones (R)*,
Kim Ferguson (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5201 (on 10/13/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H743 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H743.pdf |
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