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MD HB88

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Deni Taveras

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations (HMOs) to join bulk purchasing pools for prescription drugs
  • Applies to entities providing prescription drug and device coverage under individual, group, or blanket health insurance policies issued or delivered in Maryland
  • Includes entities that provide prescription drug coverage through pharmacy benefits managers
  • Adds new Section 15-128 to the Maryland Insurance Article
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Health Insurance – Bulk Purchasing Pools for Prescription Drugs

Nonprofit Organizations

Last Action

Withdrawn by Sponsor

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Health1/14/2026

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