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Commission highlights new Massachusetts drug-price law and its implications for residents with disabilities
Summary
Members discussed S.3012 — legislation signed by Gov. Healey to curb prescription costs — noting copay caps for chronic-condition medications, new oversight and PBM licensing requirements, and remaining gaps affecting devices and other measures advocates sought.
Commission members briefed the group on recent state legislation intended to make prescription drugs more affordable and explained how the law could affect residents with disabilities who rely on ongoing medication.
A member reported that Governor Maura Healey signed S.3012, described in the meeting as “an act that the pharmaceuticals access, cost and transparency,” and summarized key provisions the coalition…
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