NACDS learned that the Department of Medicaid Services moved up the release of the RFP for the Single PBM program to fall 2026, signaling a strong commitment from the Spanberger Administration to bring financial relief to pharmacies.
Also in Virginia, Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) vetoed HB 483 and SB 271, companion bills that would have created a Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB). In her veto statement, the Governor reasoned that similar entities in other states have not worked to lower the price of prescription drugs and that she proudly signed other bills to help reduce healthcare costs, including SB 669, which will hold PBMs accountable by requiring health insurance carriers to offer transparent plan options.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.