HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 9
INTRODUCED BY SMITH, BIXBY, COONEY, ELLINGSON, FRANKLIN, HEDGES, JAYNE, JUNEAU, LENHART, PEASE, ROUSH, SMALL-EASTMAN, TROPILA, WINDY BOY
A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MONTANA REQUESTING THAT CONGRESS INVESTIGATE WAYS OF DEALING WITH THE COST OF MEDICATIONS IN ORDER TO MAKE THEM AFFORDABLE.
WHEREAS, the price of prescription medicine has risen dramatically in recent years; and
WHEREAS, many senior citizens cannot afford to pay for drugs and still afford the necessities of life, such as food and shelter; and
WHEREAS, the Montana Legacy Legislature has made this resolution its number one priority.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MONTANA:
(1) That Congress investigate the cost of medications in order to find ways to make the cost affordable.
(2) That copies of this resolution be sent by the Secretary of State to the Montana Congressional Delegation.
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