Colorado patients are paying the price for 340B abuse

By: Amy L. Hinojosa

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: January 7, 2026

Words: 796

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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In May 2025, Gov. Jared Polis signed Senate Bill 71 into law, dramatically expanding Colorado’s participation in the 340B Drug Pricing Program by preventing any limitations on the number of pharmacies that can profit from the federal discount.

As a Latina health care advocate who has spent years fighting for affordable access to medications, I watched this happen with deep concern. Now, as a federal lawsuit challenging the law moves forward, …

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