GPhA Commends Launch of Bipartisan Affordable Medicines Caucus
PRESS RELEASE
WASHINGTON, DC (May 2, 2014) — The Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA) applauds the launch of the bipartisan Affordable Medicines Caucus, co-chaired by Representative Peter Welch (D-VT) and Representative Keith Rothfus (R-PA). GPhA and its members look forward to working with the Caucus to support its mission to educate patients and policymakers on the critical role of affordable generic medicines in holding down health costs.
“Members of both parties agree: taking full advantage of generic medicines is a common sense way to save billions of dollars for the government, and for millions of Americans.” said Ralph G. Neas, President and CEO of the Generic Pharmaceutical Association. “Indeed,
The Caucus will share the newest information on the positive impact of generics on cost savings and help legislators track the latest developments in the field. Armed with this knowledge, lawmakers can make informed decisions about the future of healthcare policy.
“Working together,” said Neas, “we can build on the tremendous 30-year track record of bipartisan cooperation that has resulted in unprecedented access to safe, affordable, and life-changing generic medicines in America and around the world.”
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