SB1256Introduced in the Senate
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8; Title 33; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to prescription drugs.
Introduced by London Lamar, District 33
What does this bill do?
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Official description
As introduced, requires the department of finance and administration, in collaboration with the department of health and the bureau of TennCare, to apply for federal approval to import prescription drugs from Canada. - Amends TCA Title 8; Title 33; Title 53; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71.
Where it stands
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
March 11, 2025
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/4/2025
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/4/2025
Action deferred in Senate Commerce and Labor Committee to 3/11/2025
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/11/2025
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
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