HB4544

Health: pharmaceuticals; prescription drug cost and affordability review act; create. Creates new act.

Introduced·6/3/25
Introduced Text

Establishes the Prescription Drug Cost and Affordability Review Act to manage prescription drug costs in Michigan.

The Prescription Drug Cost and Affordability Review Act creates a board and council to review and manage prescription drug costs. The board, consisting of five members appointed by the governor, reviews prescription drug costs and can set upper payment limits for drugs that pose affordability challenges. The council, with 21 members appointed by the governor, includes representatives from various sectors such as manufacturers, healthcare providers, and patient advocates. The act also establishes a Prescription Drug Affordability Fund to support the board's activities.

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History

Jun 4, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/03/2025

Jun 3, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Matt Longjohn

Jun 3, 2025

House

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