Bill > HB3670

This bill, known as the Pharmacy Accountability and Access Act, establishes comprehensive requirements for pharmacy closures in Illinois, focusing on large pharmacy chains and corporations with significant annual revenues. It mandates that any pharmacy owner planning to close a location must provide written notice to multiple governmental authorities at least 180 calendar days in advance, physically posting the notice at the affected location and on their website. Companies must submit a detailed report explaining the reasons for closure, including financial documentation and alignment with corporate social responsibility commitments. The bill requires at least two public meetings in the affected community, with in-person and virtual options, where the company must present closure reasons, a community transition plan, and potential prescription access alternatives. Additionally, the pharmacy owner must submit a community transition plan to the Department of Public Health detailing medication access options and potential space repurposing. The bill specifically targets pharmacies in medically underserved areas, defining these as communities where over 50% of households earn less than 80% of the state's median income. Importantly, companies that fail to meet these requirements may be required to repay any previously received tax incentives or public financial benefits, ensuring accountability and protecting community healthcare access.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3670&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104