Establishes the Canadian Prescription Drug Importation Act to allow safe and cost-effective prescription drug imports from Canada.
The Canadian Prescription Drug Importation Act establishes a program within the Illinois Department of Public Health to import prescription drugs from Canada. The program aims to provide cost savings to the state by importing drugs with the highest potential for savings. Vendors must contract with Canadian suppliers and eligible importers, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. The Department of Public Health must approve the program and submit a request for federal approval. Vendors must maintain documentation and submit quarterly financial reports.
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