Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that reduces the costs of prescription drugs in the state, and repeals cost-sharing for insulin to promote health equity in the state of New York.

Highlights:

• Defines terms related to prescription drugs (Sec. 1). 

• Authorizes the commissioner to enter into partnerships with all appropriate state agencies and the department of health to provide for lower prices (Sec. 1). 

• Authorizes the department to hire staff to manage projects related to lowering drug prices (Sec. 1). 

• Specifies that the commissioner shall only enter into partnerships pursuant to lower drug prices and easier access to generic prescription drugs (Sec. 1). 

• Requires the prioritization of drug selections that will have the greatest impact on drug prices (Sec. 1).

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