Injured Workers Pharmacy: News

State of the States, April 2

Written by Danielle Jaffee | Apr 5, 2021 12:00:00 PM

What's happening this week in workers' compensation? IWP's weekly legislative wrap-up, State of the States, keeps you up to date on important matters within the workers' compensation and pharmacy arena.

This week's legislative wrap-up contains updates including:

  • The House Finance Committee is considering a bill that would mandate the use of the PDMP for all drugs dispensed within Colorado.
  • In Texas, a bill that would study first responder claims in the workers' compensation system is being scheduled for a public hearing next week.
  • Last week in New York, a bill that would legalize marijuana within the state was signed into law.

This edition also includes updates about Florida and Maryland.  

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