Advocating for Impact: 340B State Laws Win Big in Court

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In November 2021, Arkansas enacted a law, known as Act 1103, that prohibited drugmakers from placing restrictions on 340B contract pharmacies and child sites. The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) immediately filed suit to block implementation of Act 1103, delaying enforcement of the law for nearly 2 years. However, on March 12, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit rejected PhRMA’s arguments and ruled Act 1103 is valid and enforceable. In the podcast, we talk about the implications of the ruling for the broader 340B program and covered entities nationwide.

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