THE SENATE
S.B. NO.
1509
THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025
S.D. 1
STATE OF HAWAII
H.D. 1
A BILL FOR AN ACT
RELATING TO PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:
SECTION 1. (a) The legislative reference bureau shall conduct a study on best practices for the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers and reduction in the cost of prescription drugs for health insurance plan beneficiaries. The study shall:
(1) Assess standards and regulations adopted by other states regarding pharmacy benefit managers; and
(2) Review best practices that result in reduced prescription drug costs and improved transparency in the health insurance system.
(b) The legislative reference bureau shall submit a report of its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the legislature no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the regular session of 2026.
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect on December 31, 2050.
Report Title:
Legislative Reference Bureau; Pharmacy Benefit Managers; Prescription Drugs; Study
Description:
Requires the Legislative Reference Bureau to conduct a study on best practices for the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers and reduction in prescription drug costs for health insurance plan beneficiaries. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 12/31/2050. (HD1)
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