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NY S08992
Bill
Status
4/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Gustavo Rivera
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "340B Prescription Drug Anti-Discrimination Act" to prohibit pharmaceutical manufacturers, pharmacy benefit managers, outsourcing facilities, and third-party logistics providers from discriminating against covered entities and contract pharmacies participating in the federal 340B drug discount program.
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Prohibits denying, conditioning, or limiting drug dispensing from 340B participants except where explicitly authorized under federal law or regulations.
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Prohibits denying drug access to 340B participants or imposing different requirements, fees, audits, or reimbursement terms based solely on 340B program participation.
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Declares any contract provisions violating this act void and unenforceable; authorizes the Department of Health Commissioner to impose civil monetary penalties on violators and refer matters to the Education Department and Attorney General.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Relates to establishing the "340B prescription drug anti-discrimination act"; prohibits pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers from discriminating against covered entities and New York state pharmacies based on participation in the drug discount program authorized by section 340B of the federal public health service act.
Last Action
PRINT NUMBER 8992A
12/4/2024