Arkansas lawmakers in the Senate on Wednesday passed a bill that would stop pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from owning pharmacies and selling drugs retail in the state. The bill now heads to the governor's desk for her signature.

A new bill in the Alabama Legislature could mean redemption for pharmacies across the state if passed. The FAIR Meds Act, which is currently making its way through legislative approval, aims to increase reimbursement amounts for pharmacies by forcing pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) to adopt index pricing.