Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

S738 — An Act providing for a medical exemption for manufacturer coupons

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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.

Summary

An Act providing for a medical exemption for manufacturer coupons

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The bill adds an exception to the applicability of a clause regarding AB rated generic equivalents.

  • Chapter 175H, Section 3(b)(2)

    This clause shall not apply to any individual that cannot be medically prescribed the AB rated generic equivalent and can provide proof from their primary care practitioner.

    This change creates an exemption for individuals unable to take the generic equivalent, as verified by their primary care practitioner.

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S738 do?
An Act providing for a medical exemption for manufacturer coupons
Who sponsors S738?
S738 is sponsored by Ryan C. Fattman (Republican).
What is the current status of S738?
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.
Where can I track S738?
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