As we approach the 2024 Senate elections in Pennsylvania, it is essential that we rally behind the Democratic candidate who has proven his commitment to the people of the state time and time again. That candidate is none other than Bob Casey.

Bob Casey has been a strong voice for the people of Pennsylvania since he was first elected to the Senate in 2006. He has fought tirelessly to protect the rights of working families, support small businesses, and promote economic growth across the state. He has been a champion of healthcare reform, advocating for accessible and affordable healthcare for all Pennsylvanians.

Throughout his years in the Senate, Bob Casey has consistently prioritized the needs of his constituents over partisan politics. He has worked across the aisle to find common ground and pass legislation that benefits the people of Pennsylvania. He has also been a vocal advocate for women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and civil rights.

As we look towards the future, it is crucial that we have leaders like Bob Casey in the Senate. He has proven time and time again that he has the experience, dedication, and passion to fight for the people of Pennsylvania and make a real difference in their lives.

So, let's come together and
show our support for Bob Casey as he runs for Senate in 2024. Together, we can
ensure that our voices are heard and that Pennsylvania continues to have a
strong and effective leader in the Senate.

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March 13, 2024

Casey Introduces Bill to Eliminate Copays for Hundreds of Thousands of Pennsylvania Seniors

The Cutting Copays Act would remove costs for generic medications for certain Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy Program enrollees Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, introduced the Cutting Copays Act to lower prescription drug costs for hundreds of thousands of low-income Pennsylvanians. The law would remove cost-sharing for generic medications for all Americans who are enrolled in the Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy Program (also known as Extra Help) and make less than $15,060 per year. Currently, this population of Extra Help beneficiaries pay up to $1.55 for each generic drug they are prescribed—Casey’s bill would cut that number to zero. In 2021, over 350,000 Pennsylvanians could have benefitted from this bill. “The high cost of prescription drugs is a weight on the shoulders of Pennsylvania seniors and families, and for many of our seniors, it’s a weight that’s become far too heavy to bear,” said Chairman Casey. “The Cutting Copays Act is just the latest way that I am taking action to lower drug costs and make sure our seniors can afford the medications they need.” Lowering prescription drug costs for Pennsylvania’s families and seniors is one of Chairman Casey’s top priorities. In August 2022, Chairman Casey fought to pass the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which contained several provisions bringing down the cost of prescription medications. Last month, Casey released a fact sheet detailing how the law is already bringing down costs for Pennsylvania seniors, including the 80,200 Pennsylvanians on Medicare Part B and D whose insulin costs have been capped $35 a month. The fact sheet also provides Pennsylvanians with a timeline for provisions that have yet to be implemented, such as the cap on out-of-pocket costs at $2,000 and the ability for Medicare to negotiate for fair drug prices, which will lower costs for hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians. In addition to the IRA, last summer Chairman Casey introduced the Protect Seniors from High Drug Costs Act, which would help bring down drug costs by prohibiting health plans and pharmacy benefit managers from charging Medicare Part D beneficiaries more in cost-sharing than the net cost of the drug. Read more about the Cutting Copays Act HERE.

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