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SB 360

Enacting the Kansas consumer prescription protection and accountability act and providing for regulation and registration of pharmacy benefits managers.

2025-2026 Regular Session

SB 360 requires pharmacy benefits managers to register with Kansas and comply with new transparency and accountability regulations to reduce prescription drug costs.

Died in House Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 360

Legislative bill overview

SB 360 establishes a regulatory framework requiring pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) to register with the state and comply with new accountability standards in Kansas. The bill aims to increase transparency in prescription drug pricing and protect consumers from potentially exploitative PBM practices that can drive up medication costs.

Why is this important

PBMs act as intermediaries between insurers, pharmacies, and patients, controlling drug formularies and pricing but often operating with minimal oversight. This bill directly addresses consumer drug affordability by requiring PBMs to disclose practices and operate under state supervision—potentially lowering prescription costs for Kansas residents and improving access to medications.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry pushback: PBMs may argue that registration requirements and new regulations increase administrative costs, which could be passed to consumers or insurers
  • Scope of authority: Disputes may arise over whether Kansas can effectively regulate PBMs operating across state lines, or whether federal regulation is more appropriate
  • Implementation costs: Questions about state resources needed to create and maintain a PBM registration and oversight system
  • Exemption definitions: Unclear criteria for which entities qualify as PBMs or are exempted could create loopholes or unintended consequences

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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