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Federal Judge Backs Colorado's Drug Price Controls Over Amgen
3/31/2025
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Story summary
- A federal judge dismissed Amgen's lawsuit against Colorado's Prescription Drug Affordability Board.
- The board can designate drugs as "unaffordable" and set an "upper payment limit."
- Amgen contended the law was unconstitutional and could hinder patient access.
- Colorado leads the nation in implementing price controls to combat rising drug costs.
