340B Transparency Act

12/18/2024, 9:20 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3290

The Bill 118 hr 3290, also known as the 340B Transparency Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the 340B Drug Pricing Program. This program requires drug manufacturers to provide discounts on outpatient drugs to certain healthcare facilities that serve low-income and vulnerable populations.

The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish a publicly accessible website that provides information on the 340B program, including the prices paid by covered entities for drugs purchased through the program. This information will help ensure that the program is being used as intended and that the discounts provided by drug manufacturers are being passed on to patients in need.

Additionally, the bill requires covered entities to report certain information to HHS, including the total amount of discounts received through the program and how those discounts are being used. This reporting requirement will help HHS monitor the program and ensure that it is effectively serving its intended purpose. Overall, the 340B Transparency Act aims to increase transparency and accountability in the 340B Drug Pricing Program, ultimately ensuring that low-income and vulnerable populations have access to affordable medications.

Current Status of Bill HR 3290

Bill HR 3290 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3290 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2023.  Bill HR 3290's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 628. as of November 20, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3290

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3290

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Accounting and auditingGovernment information and archivesHealth care costs and insurancePrescription drugs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3290

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program.To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program.
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