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MS HB1132

Bill

Status

Failed

3/5/2024

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Ford

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes eligible importers to bring prescription drugs into Mississippi from eligible exporters if the drugs meet FDA standards for safety, effectiveness, misbranding, and adulteration and do not violate U.S. patent laws.

  • Defines eligible exporters as international prescription drug wholesale distributors, nonresident prescription drug manufacturers, or international export pharmacies.

  • Defines eligible importers as wholesale distributors, pharmacies, or licensed pharmacists.

  • References existing definitions in Mississippi Code Section 73-21-73 for drug, manufacturer, pharmacist, pharmacy, prescription, and prescription drug.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2024.

Legislative Description

Prescription drugs; authorize to ne imported into the State of Mississippi to provide highest potential for cost savings to the state.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/5/2024

Committee Referrals

Drug Policy2/14/2024

Full Bill Text

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