HR9599Referred to Committee

To strengthen the 340B drug discount program.

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Passed Both
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119th
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2026-07-06
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Scott H. Peters
Scott H. Peters
Democrat · CA · Representative
Votes with party: 95.9% (582 recorded votes)

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2026-07-06

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Plain-English Summary

The proposal would make changes to the 340B drug discount program, which allows certain hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare providers to buy prescription drugs at significantly reduced prices from manufacturers. These discounts help healthcare facilities serve low-income and uninsured patients while potentially reducing their overall drug costs. The bill aims to strengthen how this program operates, though the specific changes would be determined as it moves through the relevant congressional committees.

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