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RFK Jr. says U.S. won’t use march-in rights for expensive drugs

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Last updated: February 1, 2025 2:25 am
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, recently addressed concerns about high drug prices and pharmaceutical companies’ patent rights during his confirmation hearings in Washington. In response to questions from Senator Elizabeth Warren, RFK Jr. made it clear that he does not believe that using “march-in rights” to lower drug prices is an appropriate solution.

The debate over whether the National Institutes of Health should have the authority to use march-in rights, which allow the agency to invalidate patent rights for drugs developed using federally funded research, has been ongoing for several administrations. Despite the potential impact on drug prices, this authority has never been exercised based on the cost of a drug.

During the confirmation hearings, Senator Warren asked RFK Jr. about his stance on using march-in rights to address the issue of high drug prices. In his response, RFK Jr. emphasized that he does not support using this policy to lower drug prices, stating that it would not be an appropriate use of march-in rights.

The discussion around march-in rights and their potential impact on drug pricing is a complex and controversial issue. While some argue that greater government intervention is necessary to address rising drug costs, others believe that protecting pharmaceutical companies’ patent rights is essential for promoting innovation and investment in new treatments.

As the confirmation process for RFK Jr. continues, it will be important to closely monitor how his stance on drug pricing and patent rights may influence future healthcare policies. The balance between promoting innovation and ensuring affordable access to medications remains a key challenge for policymakers and industry stakeholders alike.

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