Starting October 1, 2026, eligible TRICARE users could choose where to get long-term non-generic drugs. The bill would also set a payment floor for retail pharmacies, ban extra fees, and require yearly reviews.
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Rx ACCESS Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Star Print ordered on the bill.
Latest action on S. 4106: Star Print ordered on the bill.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects military members, retirees, and family members who use TRICARE for long-term non-generic drugs. It could change where they fill prescriptions and how many local pharmacy choices they have. Retail pharmacies would get new payment protections. Pharmacy benefit managers would face new fee limits and reporting duties.
Why this matters: Some TRICARE users now have less choice about where they get long-term non-generic drugs. This bill could make local pickup easier and help patients keep using a trusted pharmacy. Its payment rules could also help small or rural pharmacies remain in the network. However, the bill does not say how much it would change drug spending, patient costs, or the number of available pharmacies.
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Officially: Rx ACCESS Act
Starting October 1, 2026, eligible TRICARE users could choose where to get long-term non-generic drugs. The bill would also set a payment floor for retail pharmacies, ban extra fees, and require yearly reviews.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S4106. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Armed Services
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (3/17/2026)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Rx ACCESS Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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