H 1053 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act establishing a commission to study the promotion of preferred pharmacy networks

This bill creates a commission to evaluate the feasibility of preferred pharmacy networks, which would direct consumers to specific pharmacies where insurers can negotiate lower drug prices. The commission will be composed of legislative leaders and designated officials from state health agencies, including the Department of Public Health and the Center for Health Information and Analysis. Its primary task is to conduct a cost-benefit analysis and estimate potential savings from implementing these networks. Within 12 months of passing, the commission must submit a report with its findings and any proposed legislation to relevant state committees.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 30, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Financial Services
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors

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