S.819

Prohibiting discrimination against 340b drug discount program participants

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S819 prohibits discrimination against 340B drug discount program participants.

Massachusetts S819 aims to prohibit discrimination against participants in the 340B drug discount program. The bill amends existing laws to ensure that drug coverage does not reimburse 340B-covered entities or contract pharmacies at a lower rate than other entities. It also prohibits differential treatment in terms of fees, dispensing fees, participation in pharmacy networks, and audit requirements. The bill further ensures that patients' choices to receive drugs from 340B-covered entities or contract pharmacies are not interfered with.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 10, 2025

10:30 AM

Joint Committee on Financial Services Hearing

History

May 18

Senate

Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Apr 15

Senate

Reporting date extended to Friday May 1, 2026

Mar 19

Senate

Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026