Washington PDAB

Information, updates, and engagement opportunities related to the
Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB).

Statute:

https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Passed%20Legislature/5532-S2.PL.pdf

PDAB (includes public meeting notices):

https://www.hca.wa.gov/about-hca/programs-and-initiatives/clinical-collaboration-and-initiatives/prescription-drug-affordability-board

Public Comments

Letters and testimony submitted regarding state PDAB activity

CANN Public Comment: Washington PDAB UPL Rulemaking Draft (June 2026)

Publication date:

6/16/26

CANN submits comments on Washington's proposed UPL rulemaking (WAC 182-52-0010 and 182-52-0100), raising concerns about vague definitions of "excess costs," conflicting UPL scope language, inconsistent methodology standards, and appeals processes that disrupt the physician-patient relationship.

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CANN Public Comment: Washington PDAB Drug Selection Process

Publication date:

7/10/25

Comment on Washington PDAB's drug selection process for affordability review, addressing selection methodology and patient access implications.

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Opinions

Published opinions and op-eds from CANN

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