SB785

Establishing cause of action for antitrust conduct, for indirect purchaser recovery under State antitrust laws and for premerger notice of health care mergers and transactions; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·5/27/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB785 establishes antitrust conduct cause of action, indirect purchaser recovery, and premerger notice for health care mergers, with.

Pennsylvania SB785 amends Title 12 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish a cause of action for antitrust conduct, indirect purchaser recovery under state antitrust laws, and premerger notice for health care mergers. The bill empowers the Attorney General to investigate and enforce antitrust laws, including initiating civil actions, obtaining injunctions, and recovering civil penalties. It also mandates health care facilities, systems, and provider organizations to notify the Office of Attorney General of material changes, including mergers and acquisitions.

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History

May 27, 2025

Senate

Referred to Judiciary