Healthcare (Prescription Drugs)

failed · North Dakota · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 2388: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 19-02.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the over-the-counter availability of ivermectin.

SB 2388 would allow human-use ivermectin (a medication approved by the FDA for parasitic infections) to be sold without a prescription in North Dakota. This change would directly affect pharmacies, consumers seeking the medication, and healthcare providers by removing the current requirement for a doctor's prescription. The bill proposes creating a new law in North Dakota's code that explicitly permits over-the-counter sales of ivermectin for human use. It does not address medical use, safety, or other forms of ivermectin, focusing solely on changing pharmacy access rules.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves prescription requirement for FDA-approved ivermectin (parasitic infections), improving patient access to a medically approved treatment without doctor visit.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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signed · North Dakota · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 1584: AN ACT to create and enact four new sections to chapter 26.1-27.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers and a pharmacy benefit manager enforcement fund; to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 26.1-01-07, sections 26.1-27.1-01, 26.1-27.1-02, 26.1-27.1-04, 26.1-27.1-06 and 26.1-27.1-07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers; to repeal section 26.1-27-01.1 and chapter 26.1-36.10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers and prescription drug costs; to provide a penalty; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an effective date; to provide an expiration date; and to declare an emergency.

Relating to pharmacy benefits managers and a pharmacy benefit manager enforcement fund; to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 26.1‑01‑07, sections 26.1‑27.1-01, 26.1‑27.1‑02, 26.1‑27.1‑04, 26.1‑27.1‑06 and 26.1‑27.1‑07 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers; to repeal section 26.1‑27‑01.1 and chapter 26.1‑36.10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pharmacy benefits managers and prescription drug costs; to provide a penalty; to provide an appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an effective date; to provide an expiration date; and to declare an emergency.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates pharmacy benefit manager enforcement fund and regulates PBMs to address prescription drug costs, aiming to improve affordability and patient access to medications.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

failed · North Dakota · House Feb 12, 2025

HB 1451: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 50-24.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to medical assistance prescription drug benefits for antiobesity medication.

HB 1451 would require North Dakota's medical assistance program (including Medicaid) to cover comprehensive obesity treatment, such as intensive behavioral therapy, bariatric surgery, and FDA-approved antiobesity medications. The bill mandates that coverage criteria for antiobesity medication align with FDA approvals and prohibits separate cost-sharing (like higher deductibles or copays) for obesity treatment compared to other medical conditions. It also requires the state to provide written notice to enrollees about this coverage by December 31, 2025. This bill directly affects Medicaid enrollees in North Dakota seeking obesity-related treatments.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid coverage for obesity treatments including FDA-approved meds and therapy, removing cost barriers. Expands access to comprehensive care under public health program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Prescription Drugs

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signed · North Dakota · House Apr 7, 2025

HB 1114: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 26.1-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to individual and group health insurance coverage of insulin drugs and supplies; and to amend and reenact section 54-52.1-04.18 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to health insurance benefits coverage of insulin drugs and supplies.

Relating to individual and group health insurance coverage of insulin drugs and supplies; and to amend and reenact section 54-52.1-04.18 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to health insurance benefits coverage of insulin drugs and supplies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates health insurance coverage for insulin drugs/supplies, improving access to essential diabetes treatment for patients.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Prescription Drugs

signed · North Dakota · Senate Jun 11, 2025

SB 2370: AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study regarding prescription drug transparency reporting under the federal drug discount program.

SB 2370 sets a $25 maximum out-of-pocket cost for a 30-day supply of insulin drugs and related medical supplies (like test strips, syringes, and glucose meters) under most North Dakota health insurance plans. It directly affects residents with diabetes who rely on insulin coverage through private insurance, requiring plans to cap costs at $25 for both insulin medications and essential supplies. The bill prohibits insurers from imposing deductibles, copayments, or other cost-sharing that exceeds these limits, while excluding Medicare Part D plans and devices like insulin pumps. It amends existing insurance coverage laws to enforce these caps, with the law set to expire on July 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCaps insulin out-of-pocket costs at $25, reducing financial barriers for diabetic patients and improving access to essential medications under insurance plans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare Prescription Drugs

signed · North Dakota · House May 2, 2025

HB 1216: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 26.1-36 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to out-of-pocket expenses for prescription drugs; to amend and reenact section 26.1-36.6-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to self-insurance health care plans; to provide for application; and to provide an effective date.

Relating to out‑of‑pocket expenses for prescription drugs; to amend and reenact section 26.1‑36.6‑03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to self‑insurance health care plans; to provide for application; and to provide an effective date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill targets prescription drug out-of-pocket costs, aiming to reduce patient expenses under self-insured plans per legislative language.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs