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AR SB475

Bill

Status

Passed

4/18/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jonathan Dismang

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Origin

Senate

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Requires pharmacy services administrative organizations (PSAOs) operating in Arkansas to obtain a license from the Insurance Commissioner, with fees and financial standards established by rule

  • Mandates PSAOs provide pharmacies with copies of contracts, amendments, and reimbursement rates within 3 calendar days of execution, and notify pharmacies within 5 calendar days of any material ownership changes

  • Requires PSAOs to disclose ownership or control relationships with entities that manufacture, sell, or distribute prescription drugs, biologicals, or medical devices to the State Insurance Department, pharmacies, and third-party payers

  • Prohibits PSAOs with ownership ties to drug manufacturers or distributors from requiring pharmacies to purchase drugs or devices solely from those affiliated entities as a condition of the contract

  • Authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to impose civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation and to revoke or suspend PSAO licenses for non-compliance

Legislative Description

To Establish The Pharmacy Services Administrative Organization Act; And To Regulate Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations.

Last Action

Notification that SB475 is now Act 773

4/18/2025

Committee Referrals

Insurance and Commerce4/7/2025
Insurance & Commerce3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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