In Review: SB 984 advanced out of the Committee on Health and remains the most likely vehicle for anti-PBM legislation in this legislative session. At present, it includes auditing restrictions, a NADAC mandate for critical access pharmacies, rebate passthrough, and
In Review: The Senate Committee on Health advanced SBs 984 and 968. These bills have been combined into one vehicle, which will be carried by Sen. Jill Carter. While improvements were made, including the removal of fiduciary duties and dispensing
In Review: PCMA is working with stakeholders in the House and Senate surrounding PBM omnibus bills HBs 1975 and 1850 and SBs 984 and 968. None of these vehicles have advanced beyond committee. PCMA coordinated with labor and business allies
In Review: This week, the House Committee on Health and Mental Health held a hearing on HBs 1850 and 1975, PBM omnibus measures, which include fiduciary, ERISA, NADAC, dispensing fee, auditing, and transparency measures. PCMA testified in opposition, along with
In Review: Senate Bills 968 and 984 were heard in the Senate Committee on Health on Wednesday, January 21, at 10:30 AM CT. PCMA testified in opposition and met with committee members as well as Senate and House leadership. Up Next: PCMA is
In Review: Senate Bills 968 and 984, PBM omnibus measures, were referred to the Senate Committee on Health. PCMA has developed policy and messaging materials in opposition to these proposals. In anticipation of the hearing, PCMA has met with allies in
In Review: Pre-filing of bills for the 2026 Legislative Session has begun in the Missouri General Assembly. The Session will begin on January 7, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Phil Christofanelli at pchristofanelli@pcmanet.org.
In Review: The Missouri General Assembly concluded its ordinary session for the year. All PCMA opposed measures were defeated. If you have any questions, please contact Phil Christofanelli at pchristofanelli@pcmanet.org.
In Review: The Missouri Legislature returned from Spring break. HB 982 (anti-PBM omnibus) remains stalled in the House Committee on Administrative Rules. Up Next: The Senate is expected to take up SB 45 (anti-PBM omnibus) on the Floor this week. PCMA is
In Review: The Missouri House of Representatives voted to advance HB 618 (prior authorization) this week. The bill now moves to the State Senate for further consideration. The House Committee on Health voted to advance HB 982/840 (anti-PBM omnibus). The bill has been
