Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

S827 — An Act to ensure access to prescription medications

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill aims to simplify access to prescription medications.

The bill seeks to reduce barriers to obtaining prescription medications, such as high costs and complicated processes. Its goal is to make it easier for individuals to access the medications they need.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: If you need prescription medications, this bill may help make them more accessible and affordable.

Summary

An Act to ensure access to prescription medications

Bill Text

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S827 do?
An Act to ensure access to prescription medications
Who sponsors S827?
S827 is sponsored by Bruce E. Tarr (Republican).
What is the current status of S827?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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