Hawkins Stalls Drug Cost Bills, Frustrating Lawmakers
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Kansas House Speaker Dan Hawkins faces bipartisan criticism for delaying two Senate bills aimed at reducing prescription drug costs. The bills, Senate Bill 284 and Senate Bill 360, aim to protect the federal 340B program and increase transparency in pharmacy benefit managers pricing. Hawkins, a Wichita Republican, has repeatedly shuffled the bills between House committees since February, preventing any votes. This move has frustrated lawmakers from both parties, who argue it blocks debate on crucial measures for serving uninsured Kansans, particularly in rural districts. Supporters, including 60 Kansas hospitals, back the bills, while pharmacy benefit managers and drug makers oppose them. Tensions remain high, with rumors the House might skip regular debates until the push fades, leaving drug cost relief on hold.
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