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California Moves to Cap Insulin Costs at $35

9/18/2025

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California lawmakers are advancing health care regulations to address rising prescription drug costs, particularly insulin affordability.
Senate Bill 40 proposes capping monthly out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35 to prevent medication rationing.
Governor Gavin Newsom must approve health care measures, including regulations on pharmacy benefit managers, by October 12.
New guidelines permit pharmacists to administer vaccines without a doctor's prescription.
Assembly Bill 1312 mandates hospitals to screen patients for financial aid eligibility before billing.

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California lawmakers are advancing health care regulations to address rising prescription drug costs, particularly insulin affordability.
Senate Bill 40 proposes capping monthly out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35 to prevent medication rationing.
Governor Gavin Newsom must approve health care measures, including regulations on pharmacy benefit managers, by October 12.
New guidelines permit pharmacists to administer vaccines without a doctor's prescription.
Assembly Bill 1312 mandates hospitals to screen patients for financial aid eligibility before billing.