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Health Committee advances Collins’ insulin price cap over GOP objections
The Senate Health Committee, led by Republicans, advanced legislation to cap insulin costs at $35/month despite GOP objections. Maine Republican Susan Collins sponsored the bill, which aims to lower costs for diabetes patients. The bill passed 17-5, with bipartisan support but opposition from Chair Bill Cassidy.
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