AARP NY State Director Beth Finkel issued the following\u00a0statement\u00a0regarding the Senate advancement of bills focused on prescription drug affordability.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen drug prices soar, the consequences spread\u00a0and New Yorkers pay for them. AARP New York\u00a0applauds the New York State Senate\u00a0for advancing legislation to lower prescription drug costs by allowing the importation of cheaper medications, cracking down on pay-to-delay deals that keep affordable drugs off the market, and maximizing the use of generics.<\/p>\n
High prescription drug prices are deeply personal for seniors and their families and impact their day-to-day life.<\/p>\n
Older New Yorkers deserve meaningful, lasting relief so they can afford the medications that keep them healthy and independent.\u201d<\/p>\n
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