Ensuring Access to Lower-Cost Medicines for Seniors Act of 2026.
Sponsored by Matsui, Doris O. (Democrat-CA-7) · House · Introduced Mar 27, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would require prescription drug plan sponsors under Medicare Part D to include certain generic drugs and biosimilar biological products on their formularies (the list of covered medications). The goal is to ensure Medicare beneficiaries have access to these typically lower-cost alternatives to brand-name drugs.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
Mar 27, 2026
In Committee
Mar 27, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Matsui, Doris O.
Independent · CA-7
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