A subcommittee of the Senate Human Resources Committee advanced SSB 3164 (formerly SF 2019), legislation to expand immunization authority and create statewide protocol for test and treat of strep and flu, despite concerns expressed by physician groups. NACDS asks members operating in Iowa to look for grassroots action alerts from the Iowa Pharmacy Association to engage the full Human Resources Committee.
Also in Iowa... The Senate Committee on Human Resources passed SF 123, legislation pertaining to collaborative practice in the commercial payer space. However, the Committee discussion will likely lead to future amendments to expand the bill to include Medicare and Medicaid, which could hinder further progress.
Also in Iowa... A subcommittee of the House Human Resources Committee advanced HSB 582, which would permit partial dispensing fees for partial fills. NACDS strongly opposes this legislation and is working with in-state partners to prevent further advancement of the bill.
Also in Iowa... A subcommittee of the House Human Resources Committee advanced HSB 685, legislation pertaining to Pharmacy Benefit Management companies. NACDS is reviewing the legislation.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.