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Did you know that only three insurance company PBMs control 80% of the prescription drug market?
They use their market power to get tens of billions in rebates and discounts that should be going to patients.
Those savings belong to patients.
The Rundown
There is a real chance that with disagreements between the House and Senate, there will be no budget amendments made this year.
Russet Perry appears to be garnering institutional support to earn the Democratic nomination and run against the Republican newcomer in Virginia who will likely have the most money for their campaign in the entire state.
McClellan is crushing Benjamin in fundraising
Lawmakers heard proposals to help improve standards at Virginia nursing homes and facilities after the health care worker shortage exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.