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Affordability and innovation are focus of Senate Dems’ drug-pricing proposals

A photo of Ranking Member Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) of the Senate Finance Committee.
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Just in time for midterm elections, a new RFI seeks public input on Medicare drug pricing negotiations, inflation-based rebates, and supply-chain oversight.

Democrats on the Senate Finance Committee have released a request for information (RFI) outlining potential federal policy changes aimed at reshaping prescription drug pricing with a focus on affordability and innovation.

The 42-page RFI seeks stakeholder input on proposals that would modify Medicare negotiation rules, adjust inflation‑based rebate requirements, and