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PA SB301

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/25/2025

Primary Sponsor

Vincent Hughes

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Pharmacies must disclose upon consumer request: the retail price of brand-name and generic equivalent drugs, the consumer's cost-sharing amount under their insurance, and information on applying for subsidized health coverage through Pennsylvania's health insurance exchange

  • Pharmacies must post conspicuous notices informing consumers of their right to request price disclosures and keep copies of the law on file, with 30 days to update materials after any regulatory changes

  • Non-compliance constitutes a summary offense punishable by a fine of up to $500

  • The State Board of Pharmacy, in consultation with the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange Authority and Insurance Department, will adopt implementing regulations

  • Rulemaking and definitions provisions take effect immediately; all other requirements take effect one year after enactment

Legislative Description

Providing for price disclosure.

Last Action

Referred to Banking & Insurance

2/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Banking & Insurance2/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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