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PRICE Act

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3161

The PRICE Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3161, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of rising prescription drug prices in the United States.

The PRICE Act aims to increase transparency in the pharmaceutical industry by requiring drug manufacturers to provide detailed information on the costs associated with producing and marketing their medications. This information would then be made publicly available in order to give consumers a better understanding of why drug prices are increasing.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to prevent drug manufacturers from engaging in anti-competitive practices that could drive up prices. This includes measures to prevent companies from blocking generic drug competition and from engaging in price gouging. Overall, the PRICE Act is designed to promote greater accountability and fairness in the pharmaceutical industry in order to help lower prescription drug prices for American consumers. It is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans who are concerned about the rising cost of healthcare in the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 3161

Bill S 3161 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 30, 2023. Bill S 3161 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 30, 2023.  Bill S 3161's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of October 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3161

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3161

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3161

PRICE Act
PRICE Act
Promoting Real-time Information on Cost Expenditure Act
A bill to require third-party delivery platforms to follow certain pricing practices, and for other purposes.

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