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A bill to lower the cost of all drugs for all Americans.
7/31/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4845
Bill 118 s 4845, also known as the "Lower Drug Costs for All Americans Act," aims to reduce the cost of prescription drugs for all Americans. The bill proposes several measures to achieve this goal.
First, the bill would allow the government to negotiate with drug manufacturers to lower the prices of prescription drugs. This would help ensure that Americans have access to affordable medications that they need to stay healthy.
Second, the bill would cap out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs for Medicare beneficiaries at $2,000 per year. This would provide financial relief for seniors who often struggle to afford their medications on a fixed income. Additionally, the bill would require drug manufacturers to provide more transparency about their pricing practices. This would help consumers better understand why drug prices are so high and hold manufacturers accountable for their pricing decisions. Overall, the Lower Drug Costs for All Americans Act seeks to make prescription drugs more affordable for all Americans, regardless of their income or insurance status. By implementing these measures, the bill aims to improve access to essential medications and reduce the financial burden of high drug costs on individuals and families.
First, the bill would allow the government to negotiate with drug manufacturers to lower the prices of prescription drugs. This would help ensure that Americans have access to affordable medications that they need to stay healthy.
Second, the bill would cap out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs for Medicare beneficiaries at $2,000 per year. This would provide financial relief for seniors who often struggle to afford their medications on a fixed income. Additionally, the bill would require drug manufacturers to provide more transparency about their pricing practices. This would help consumers better understand why drug prices are so high and hold manufacturers accountable for their pricing decisions. Overall, the Lower Drug Costs for All Americans Act seeks to make prescription drugs more affordable for all Americans, regardless of their income or insurance status. By implementing these measures, the bill aims to improve access to essential medications and reduce the financial burden of high drug costs on individuals and families.
Current Status of Bill S 4845
Bill S 4845 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 30, 2024. Bill S 4845 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 30, 2024.  Bill S 4845's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of July 30, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4845
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4845
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4845
A bill to lower the cost of all drugs for all Americans.
A bill to lower the cost of all drugs for all Americans.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4845
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