Peoria Standard

Speaking on the House floor, Representative Ryan Spain expressed his support for House Bill 1697. He described it as a "transformational piece of legislation" that aims to make Illinois a leader in prescription drug affordability. According to Rep. Spain, the bill's primary focus is to stabilize community pharmacies, particularly those in rural areas of Illinois. It also seeks to empower patients by providing direct rebates and ensuring that discounts are passed back to them, ultimately reducing the cost of prescription drugs.