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WA SB5981
Bill
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Annette Cleveland
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AI Summary
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Prohibits drug manufacturers, distributors, and third-party logistics providers from denying, restricting, or limiting delivery of 340B-discounted drugs to covered entities or their contract pharmacies
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Bars manufacturers from requiring covered entities to submit claims, utilization, or purchasing data as a condition for accessing 340B drugs, unless federal law mandates such data sharing
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Authorizes covered entities to file civil lawsuits against violators, with courts able to impose penalties up to $5,000 per day per violation, with each drug package counting as a separate violation
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Empowers the Attorney General to enforce the chapter under the Consumer Protection Act (RCW 19.86), treating violations as unfair or deceptive trade practices
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Applies to 340B-eligible safety net providers including federally qualified health centers, Ryan White HIV clinics, tribal health centers, and critical access hospitals
Legislative Description
Revised for 2nd substitute: Concerning the 340B drug pricing program.
Last Action
Delivered to Governor.
3/12/2026