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Congress Strikes Rare Health Care Deal Targeting Drug Middlemen
Congress has reached a rare bipartisan agreement targeting pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to improve transparency and accountability in drug pricing. The legislation aims to limit practices that inflate costs, protect independent pharmacies, and strengthen regulatory oversight, marking a significant health policy advancement without imposing direct price controls.