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MS HB709

Bill

Status

Passed

3/8/2018

Primary Sponsor

Sam Mims

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Prescription Drugs Consumer Affordable Alternative Payment Options Act" under Mississippi Code Sections 73-21-201 through 73-21-205.

  • Allows pharmacists to provide patients with information about affordable alternative payment options when acquiring prescription medications.

  • Voids any contract or agreement provision that prohibits pharmacists from discussing alternative payment options with patients.

  • Prohibits the Board of Pharmacy, pharmacy benefit managers, and third parties from penalizing pharmacists for complying with this act, and provides liability protection for pharmacists and their agents.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2018.

Legislative Description

Prescription Drugs Consumer Affordable Alternative Payment Options Act; create.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/8/2018

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Welfare2/12/2018
Public Health and Human Services1/9/2018

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