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Ending Pricey Insulin Act: Capping Patient Costs

This act aims to lower the cost of insulin for patients. It sets a $50 monthly cap on out-of-pocket expenses for insulin for most individuals, regardless of whether they have insurance or not.
Key points
Out-of-pocket costs for insulin will be capped at $50 per 30-day supply for individuals with group or individual health insurance.
The $50 cap also applies to individuals covered by Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, VA, and TRICARE programs.
Individuals without health insurance will also pay no more than $50 for a 30-day supply of insulin.
The act includes provisions for reimbursement of overpaid amounts if enacted after January 1, 2022.
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Print number: 117_S_1132
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2021-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

EPI Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1132.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Out-of-pocket costs for insulin will be capped at $50 per 30-day supply for individuals with group or individual health insurance.
  • The $50 cap also applies to individuals covered by Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, VA, and TRICARE programs.
  • Individuals without health insurance will also pay no more than $50 for a 30-day supply of insulin.
  • The act includes provisions for reimbursement of overpaid amounts if enacted after January 1, 2022.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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