Court Rolls Back Minnesota’s Drug Price-Gouging Law

The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals struck down Minnesota’s drug price-gouging law, reports the O’Neill Institute at Georgetown Law. On June 12, the court ruled the law improperly regulated out-of-state manufacturers, barring Minnesota from applying its protections broadly. Advocates say the decision weakens the state’s ability to address excessive pricing. Observers note the ruling highlights the difficulty states face in advancing affordability reforms for pharmaceuticals.