BILL · 1993–94 SESSION

SB 6597: Pharmaceutical prices

Regulating pharmaceutical prices.

Summary

  • Declares an intent that consumers pay a fair price for drugs and not subsidize large discounts for others due to formularies and other nonvolume-based pricing mechanisms. Prohibits state agencies from purchasing drugs from a seller that engages in any price discrimination. Authorizes treble damages for violations of the act.

From the Bill Digest (SB 6597), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
  1. IntroducedFeb 4, 1994
  2. Out of committeestopped here
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. Governor
  6. Law
Prime sponsor
Ray Moore (D-36)
Introduced
February 4, 1994 in the Senate
Last action
March 11, 1994

Sponsors

Prime sponsor: Ray Moore (D-36)

Votes

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

History

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SB 6597 in other sessions

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