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Rep. Oliverson on 340B program: 'This program is like legalized piracy that harms everyone'

J. S. Schmidt | May 1, 2026
Tom Oliverson, M.D., Majority leader of Texas House of Representatives

Rep. Tom Oliverson called for greater transparency in Texas's use of the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program, describing it as harmful to most participants except certain pharmacies. Read More »

Governor Whitmer proclaims International Firefighters’ Day in Michigan on May 4

A. L. Lopez | May 4, 2026
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed May 4 as International Firefighters’ Day in Michigan. The announcement recognizes more than 19,000 active firefighters statewide for their service while encouraging residents to improve home fire safety. Read More »

Michigan governor proclaims May as Building and Electrical Safety Month

A. L. Lopez | May 4, 2026
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed May as Building Safety Month and Electrical Safety Month in Michigan. The initiative recognizes skilled trades professionals' role in keeping communities safe. Officials plan continued outreach activities throughout May. Read More »

LARA launches investor education campaign to help protect Michiganders from investment fraud

Y. Y. Jacobsen | May 5, 2026
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs has launched a new campaign aimed at educating residents about investment fraud risks. The effort includes a website with tips on recognizing scams involving cryptocurrency and social media deepfakes. Officials urge Michiganders across all age groups to use these resources before investing. Read More »

Healthcare consultant Roche on 340B program: 'It has been completely perverted by hospitals and other providers to make billions of dollars in profits'

C. J. Johnson | May 6, 2026
Kevin Roche, President of Roche Consulting, LLC

Kevin Roche said that hospitals have turned the federal 340B drug pricing program into a profit source rather than using it solely for poor patients as intended. Read More »

Fifth annual MI Trades Partnership Career Fair set for May 13 in Detroit and online

Y. Y. Jacobsen | May 8, 2026
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

The MI Trades Partnership will host its fifth annual Career Fair on May 13 in Detroit and online. Job seekers can connect directly with employers hiring for skilled trades positions across several industries. Read More »

ASG President Martin on 340B program: 'Hospitals aren’t just depriving patients of much-needed discounts. They’re also cheating taxpayers'

W. K. Reid | May 8, 2026
Chase Martin, President of August Strategy Group

Chase Martin of August Strategy Group called for Republican support for reforms targeting hospital practices under the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program. Read More »

L. David Sparks, former PCCA CEO and board chairman, dies at 82

A. L. Lopez | May 11, 2026
Dave Sparks PCCA Chief Executive Officer

L. David Sparks has died at age 82 after leading Precision Health Holdings and PCCA through decades of growth. Company leaders say their organizations remain stable with existing management teams in place. Read More »

National Community Pharmacists Association supports Patients Before Monopolies Act reintroduction

A. L. Lopez | May 13, 2026
B. Douglas Hoey CEO

The National Community Pharmacists Association has endorsed the reintroduction of the Patients Before Monopolies Act in Congress. The bill aims to address conflicts of interest among companies owning both PBMs or health insurers as well as pharmacies. Read More »

Pacific Research Institute President on 340B program: 'Trump is trying to bring transparency to the bloated 340B program — and hospital lobbyists are panicking'

E. A. Stiles | May 14, 2026
Sally Pipes, President & CEO of Pacific Research Institute

Sally Pipes of Pacific Research Institute said President Trump is pushing for greater transparency in the federal 340B drug discount program amid resistance from hospital lobbyists. Read More »

Professional Compounding Centers of America announces celebration of life for L. David Sparks

Y. Y. Jacobsen | May 14, 2026
Dave Sparks PCCA Chief Executive Officer

Professional Compounding Centers of America announced a celebration of life event honoring L. David "Dave" Sparks following his passing on May 9 at age 82. The event will take place June 3 with an invitation extended to those wishing to share memories about his contributions to pharmacy compounding. Read More »

Steve Forbes on 340B program: 'It has become another Washington racket that enriches hospital conglomerates and pharmacy middlemen'

C. J. Johnson | May 14, 2026
Steve Forbes, Chairman and Editor-in-chief, Forbes

Steve Forbes criticized the current state of the 340B drug discount program in a recent statement. Read More »

North Carolina Board of Pharmacy announces agenda for May 19, 2026 meeting

L. T. Olson | May 15, 2026
Chris Sain President

The North Carolina Board of Pharmacy has released its agenda for its May 19 meeting in Chapel Hill. Read More »

Cannabis Regulatory Agency releases April disciplinary actions against licensees across Michigan

A. L. Lopez | May 15, 2026
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

The Cannabis Regulatory Agency has released its April report detailing disciplinary actions against several cannabis businesses statewide for various compliance violations. The agency provides resources for both viewing enforcement records online and submitting complaints through an updated process. Read More »

NC DHHS issues guidance to clinicians on recent hantavirus outbreak

K. C. Gutierrez | May 17, 2026
Chris Sain President

North Carolina health officials have issued new guidance for clinicians following a recent cluster of hantavirus cases linked to a cruise ship outbreak abroad. Read More »

Cannabis Regulatory Agency to hold second public hearing on marijuana rules changes

Y. Y. Jacobsen | May 18, 2026
Marlon I. Brown, Director

The Cannabis Regulatory Agency plans a second public comment period for proposed marijuana rule changes after making over 120 revisions based on earlier feedback. A new draft and tracked-changes version will be released before announcing a future hearing date. Read More »

Paragon Health Institute Analyst on 340B: 'The distortionary spread-based pricing of the 340B Program is a major driver of consolidation'

J. A. Adkins | May 18, 2026
Jackson Hammond, Senior Policy Analyst for Paragon Health Institute

Jackson Hammond of Paragon Health Institute called for reforms to end spread-based profit mechanisms in the federal 340B drug discount program. Read More »

PhRMA launches 'Goldmine: Spa Day' campaign targeting 340B hospital drug pricing program

F. C. Upton | May 18, 2026
Elise Shutzer, Vice President of Public Affairs at PhRMA

PhRMA has launched an ad campaign highlighting how large nonprofit hospitals profit from 340B drug markups. Read More »

Pacific Research Institute CEO Pipes on 340B program: It 'has become a major revenue stream for large hospital systems'

C. J. Johnson | May 18, 2026
Sally Pipes, President & CEO of Pacific Research Institute

Sally Pipes of Pacific Research Institute said new federal proposals could bring needed transparency and accountability to the expanding 340B Drug Pricing Program. Read More »

LARA releases consumer guide to help Michigan homeowners avoid costly home improvement mistakes

J. S. Schmidt | May 18, 2026
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs has released a new consumer guide for home improvement projects. The publication provides tips on hiring contractors and avoiding fraud. Officials hope it will help residents protect their investments. Read More »

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Diana Harshbarger, U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 1st District

Rep. Harshbarger calls for PBM transparency, oversight: 'It’s time to shine a light on their shady practices'

Ted Okon, MBA, Executive Director, Community Oncology Alliance

Community Oncology Alliance Executive Director Okon on 340B: ‘Expanding participation in a flawed program isn’t reform’

Elise Shutzer, Vice President of Public Affairs at PhRMA

PhRMA launches 'Goldmine: Spa Day' campaign targeting 340B hospital drug pricing program

Sally Pipes, President & CEO of Pacific Research Institute

Pacific Research Institute CEO Pipes on 340B program: It 'has become a major revenue stream for large hospital systems'

Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

Cannabis Regulatory Agency releases April disciplinary actions against licensees across Michigan

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