The Prescription Drug Affordability Board is working, it’s time to press forward, not back

Despite what critics say, the Prescription Drug Affordability Board has not only made Maryland a leader in the fight for affordable drugs, writes Vincent DeMarco, it will save millions for state and local governments -- and could save Marylanders tens of millions.

By: Vincent DeMarco

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: September 26, 2026

Words: 818

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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A recent op-ed highlighted the author’s personal story about struggling to find the right drugs to treat a health condition. Unfortunately, the op-ed also painted a wholly inaccurate picture of the impact of Maryland’s groundbreaking efforts to bring down the cost of prescription drugs.

The fact is that the state is on the right path to standing up to the big pharmaceutical corporations and making drugs more affordable for Marylanders …

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