Establishes the Wholesale Prescription Drug Importation Program to import drugs from Canada to provide cost savings for West Virginia consumers.
The bill establishes the Wholesale Prescription Drug Importation Program to import drugs from Canada for cost savings. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources must design the program to comply with federal requirements, including safety and cost savings. The program must obtain federal approval and certification before operating. The department must also consult with various stakeholders, create a public website for drug prices, and develop an outreach plan. Annual reports on program implementation and operation are required.
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