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This bill directs the Minnesota Commissioner of Human Services to establish a comprehensive prescription drug purchasing program for Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare enrollees. The program's primary goals are to obtain prescription drugs at the lowest possible prices, promote health through discounted medications, and coordinate prescription benefit services. The commissioner will have the authority to develop a preferred drug list, negotiate prices with drug manufacturers and wholesalers, and create a drug formulary, all while consulting with the existing Formulary Committee. The program will enroll all pharmacies participating as Medical Assistance providers and those willing to accept its terms. Additionally, the bill requires the commissioner to develop recommendations for potentially expanding the program to include enrollees from health plan companies, with a requirement to present these recommendations to legislative committee chairs by December 15, 2027. The program is set to become effective on January 1, 2027, or upon receiving federal approval, with the provision that the commissioner must seek necessary federal approvals and notify the revisor of statutes once approval is obtained.

Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment

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