Biden says he’s focused ‘intensely’ on lowering drug costs

The president – gearing up for an expected reelection announcement – aims to make the effort central to his policy and political agenda.

Insulin price cap championed by Collins stripped from spending bill by fellow Republicans

Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King both have sought to cap the drug's price, which has shot up tenfold in the U.S. – but not other countries - in 20 years.

Federal task force to crack down on overprescription of opioids in the region

Four additional federal prosecutors will help local and federal law enforcement bring criminal cases against doctors and medical providers who are diverting opiates for profit.

U.S. House passes $35-a-month insulin cap as Democrats seek wider bill

For the legislation to pass Congress, 10 Republican senators would have to vote in favor.

Bill aims to lower the cost of the most expensive prescription drugs for Mainers

The bill would ensure that Mainers pay no more for prescription medications than their Canadian neighbors.

Oklahoma court overturns $465 million opioid ruling against Johnson & Johnson

The Oklahoma Supreme Court weighed whether the company’s marketing and sale of opioids created a public nuisance.

Democrats reach deal on lowering drug prices; Biden upbeat on Manchin

Democrats are looking to cap out-of-pocket Medicare drug costs at $2,000 and reduce the price of insulin, as part of President Biden's $1.75 trillion domestic policy proposal.

Legislative panel votes down bill to penalize drug companies for price gouging

The pharmaceutical industry has made it clear that it will sue Maine if the state approves the ‘excessive pricing’ bill, which now goes to the full Legislature.

Maine Democrats’ bills aim to hold down prescription drug prices, health care costs

Their 5 bills include proposals to reduce price gouging by pharmaceutical companies and help consumers who have trouble paying for insulin.

Rally to demand lower prescription drug costs set for noon Tuesday