Sen. Gorton Sets April Deadline For Alternatives To International Pricing Bill
Executive Summary
Sen. Gorton (R-Wash.) is asking the pharmaceutical industry to come up with a proposal before the April 17 Easter recess to address the international disparity in pharmaceutical prices.
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