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AARP ND fighting to lower Rx costs during first week of legislative session

Posted on 01/09/25

On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered HB 1114, which would expand the cap on out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room.

Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.

• Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, according to AARP research.
• In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.
• Based on the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.
• From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been no change to the product.

The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under HB 1114, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.

Join our volunteer Advocacy Team to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at aarp.org/NDadvocacy.

HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf
AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx

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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">AARP ND fighting to lower Rx costs during first week of legislative session</h1></header>	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">AARP ND fighting to lower Rx costs during first week of legislative session</h1></header>	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/north-dakota/" target="_blank">AARP North Dakota</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">AARP ND fighting to lower Rx costs during first week of legislative session</h1></header>	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">AARP ND fighting to lower Rx costs during first week of legislative session</h1></header>	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/north-dakota/" target="_blank">AARP North Dakota</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">AARP ND fighting to lower Rx costs during first week of legislative session</h1></header>	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">AARP ND fighting to lower Rx costs during first week of legislative session</h1></header>	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/north-dakota/" target="_blank">AARP North Dakota</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>On Thursday, January 9, the House Government and Veterans Affairs (GVA) Committee considered <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, which would expand the cap on<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/01/07/north-dakota-lawmakers-to-consider-bill-capping-price-of-insulin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> out-of-pocket expenses for insulin and related medical supplies</a></span></span> to the private insurance market to $25/month. AARP North Dakota was in the room. <br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        <div class="RichTextModule-items"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://action.aarp.org/secure/sick-high-drug-prices-let-your-legislators-know-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Help by taking action. Reach out to your legislator and  encourage them to support lowering the out-of-pocket costs of insulin.</b>  </a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        </div><p></p><ul><li>Eight in ten (82%) adults 50 and older describe prescription drugs as too expensive, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/pri/topics/health/prescription-drugs/prescription-medication-costs-medicare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to AARP research</a></span></span>.</li><li>In North Dakota, the most vulnerable and underserved populations suffer from the highest rates of diabetes and have the poorest health outcomes.</li><li>Based on the B<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.hhs.nd.gov/data/BRFSS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ehavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data</a></span></span>, in 2022, 57,203 adults in North Dakota were living with diabetes and another 226,430 were prediabetic, including 48,560 (49%) that were 65 and older.</li><li>From 2009 to 2019, the price of insulin tripled even though there’s been <i>no change</i> to the product.</li></ul><p>The high cost of insulin puts lifesaving medications out of the reach of many North Dakotans. Some face an impossible choice: Do I pay for my food or for my insulin? As proposed under <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1114.html?bill_year=2025&amp;bill_number=1114" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HB 1114</a></span></span>, insulin caps could make life-essential drugs more affordable and accessible for many older adults. Throughout the legislative session, we’ll follow this bill’s progress and other bills addressing prescription drug costs. We’ll also track legislative action on our other priorities: fraud, affordable housing and property taxes.<br><br>Join our volunteer <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/advocacy-action-volunteering">Advocacy Team</a></span></span> to stay informed, engaged and prepared to connect with legislators about the issues that matter most to North Dakotans age 50 and older! Learn more about our advocacy work and the actions needed to ensure everyone in North Dakota can thrive as they age at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/north-dakota/ndlegislativevolunteers">aarp.org/NDadvocacy</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/f4/9a1273e14e6780fb0608ed6d33fe/hb-1114-house-gva-1-9-25.pdf" target="New Window/Tab">HB 1114- House GVA 1.9.25.pdf</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/52/8b/8e79e87544ce9680e163535f5fe7/aarp-rx-fact-sheet-cap-on-out-of-pocket-expenses-09-2024.pptx" target="New Window/Tab">AARP_Rx Fact Sheet - Cap on Out of Pocket Expenses_09.2024.pptx</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP North Dakota. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/north-dakota/" target="_blank">AARP North Dakota</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        --headerTextColor:#FFFFFF;
        --headerHeight:50px;
        --footerbackgroundColor:#000000;
        --footerTextColor:#918883;
        }'
$highlighting = ''
$location = '<a href="/bismarck-nd/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HOME">Bismarck, ND</a>'
$no_header = false
$header_title = '<a href="/bismarck-nd/happenings/">News Feed</a>'
$header_subtitle = ''
$isPR = false
$navbar = '<nav class="section" role="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="collapse">
<div class="containerx">
	<div class="section-toggle">Sections <i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></div>
	<ul class="secondary-menu containerx" id="secondary-menu" role="menu" aria-busy="true">
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/bismarck-nd/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HOME" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HOME">Home</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/bismarck-nd/aarp-events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-OLE" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Events</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/bismarck-nd/things-to-do/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-TTD" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-THINGSTODO">Things to Do</a></li>
		<li role="presentation" class="active"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/bismarck-nd/happenings/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-NF" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HAPPENINGS">News Feed</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/bismarck-nd/volunteering/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-VOL" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-VOLUNTEERING">Volunteering</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/bismarck-nd/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HC">Home & Community</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class="more " id="submenu-more">
			<span role="menuitem" class="menuitem" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MORE">More<i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></span>
			<ul class="secondary-submenu animate slide-in" id="secondary-submenu">
<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/movies/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MFG" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MOVIESFORGROWNUPS">Movies for Grownups</a> </li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/discounts/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LO" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-OFFERS">Local Offers</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/local-resources/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LR" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-LOCALRESOURCES">Local Resources</a> </li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/jobs/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-WJ" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-WORK&JOBS">Work & Jobs</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-CC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Community Calendar</a></li>
				<!--
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/healthy-living/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HEALTHY_LIVING" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HEALTHY_LIVING">Healthy Living</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/arts-entertainment/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-ARTS_ENT" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-ARTS_ENT">Arts & Entertainment</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/bismarck-nd/museums/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MUSEUMS" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MUSEUMS">Museums</a></li>
				-->
			</ul>
		</li>
		
	</ul>
</div>
</nav>'
$header_custom = ''
$breadcrumbs = array(
	(int) 0 => array(
		'title' => 'News Feed',
		'slug' => 'happenings'
	)
)
$row = array(
	'title' => 'Back to News Feed',
	'slug' => 'happenings'
)
$i = (int) 0
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971
View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933
View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546
View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481
Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963
AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136
BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81
ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ??
Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491
Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193
Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167
[main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118