Pharmacy

Federal Court Halts Arkansas Laws Targeting Pharmacy Benefit Managers, Igniting Debate Over Healthcare Regulation

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A federal judge has issued a ruling that temporarily halts Arkansas’ newly enacted regulations targeting pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). The decision came in response to a lawsuit filed by a major industry player, which argued that the state’s restrictions could disrupt the healthcare market and harm consumers. The federal judge, chosen to hear the case, noted concerns that Arkansas’ law could lead to increased medication prices and fewer options for patients. The current regulations aimed to impose stricter oversight on PBMs, which negotiate prescription drug prices and manage benefits for insurers. … Read more

Wisconsin Family’s Legal Battle Against Pharmacy Chain and PBM Advances in Court

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MADISON, Wis. — A federal lawsuit filed by a Wisconsin family against a national pharmacy chain and a pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) will move forward, following a recent court ruling. The family alleges that their daughter’s needs for medication were mishandled, resulting in severe consequences. The case revolves around the family’s claims that the pharmacy and PBM failed to provide sufficient care and support in managing their daughter’s prescription. Central to their complaint is the assertion that errors by these companies compromised her health, raising concerns about accountability in the pharmaceutical industry. Attorneys representing the … Read more

Federal Court Halts Key Iowa Pharmacy Law, Citing First Amendment and ERISA Violations

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Des Moines, Iowa — A federal court has temporarily blocked the enforcement of significant elements of a new state law designed to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and health plans in Iowa. On July 21, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa issued a preliminary injunction, citing potential conflicts with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) and the First Amendment’s protection of commercial speech. This ruling follows a temporary restraining order issued by the court on June 30, a day before the law was set to take effect. … Read more

Business Groups Challenge Iowa Pharmacy Law as Legal Battle Looms Just Days Before Implementation

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DES MOINES, Iowa — A coalition of business organizations has initiated legal action just days before a controversial state law regulating pharmacy benefit managers is set to take effect. The lawsuit, brought forth by the Iowa Association of Business and Industry, the Iowa Bankers Benefit Plan, the Iowa Laborers District Council Health and Welfare Fund, Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC, and Iowa Spring Manufacturing & Sales Co., seeks to block the implementation of the new law. The legislation, known as Senate File 383, was passed during this year’s legislative session and aims to reform practices … Read more