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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd 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 are provisions that prevent pharmacists from informing patients about the cost of their prescription medications or the availability of lower-cost alternatives. The bill also prohibits health insurance carriers and pharmacy benefits managers from requiring patients to pay more at the point of sale for a covered prescription than they would pay without using their health insurance.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2636 (on 02/12/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S714 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S714.pdf |
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