Relating to discriminatory practices by a health benefit plan issuer, pharmacy benefit manager, and third-party payor and certain prescription drug manufacturers, distributors, and related persons with respect to certain entities participating in a federal drug discount program; providing a civil penalty.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Trent Ashby and 16 co-sponsors

HB 3265 penalizes health plans and drug intermediaries that discriminate against providers participating in federal drug discount programs, protecting program participation in Texas.

Committee report sent to Calendars

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