Small Pharmacies Advocate for Licensing of Drug Intermediaries in California
Importance of Drug Intermediaries Reform
The push for reform comes from small pharmacies across California advocating for better regulation of drug intermediaries. The Senate Bill 966, introduced by California Sen. Scott Wiener, seeks to establish a licensing framework that would ensure fair practice in the distribution of prescription medications.
Support from Pharmacy Leaders
- Maria Lopez, director of pharmacy at Mission Wellness Pharmacy, emphasizes the need for regulation.
- Local pharmacy voices highlight the issues caused by unregulated intermediaries.
- Enhanced transparency would benefit both pharmacists and patients.
Anticipated Benefits
- Improved patient access to medications through regulated practices.
- Increased accountability for drug pricing and distribution.
- Strengthening of small pharmacy operations against large intermediaries.
Call to Action for Gov. Newsom
As California continues to address health care challenges, the small pharmacy community strongly encourages Gov. Newsom to sign Senate Bill 966 into law, ensuring that the voice of local health providers is heard.
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