SB 41 and the Future of PBM Reform
On-Demand Course:
Description
California’s SB 41 marks a major step toward transparency and fairness in the prescription drug supply chain. This session breaks down the key components of the law, explains how it impacts PBMs, pharmacies, and patients, and outlines what to expect during the implementation process. Participants will gain clarity on the timeline, reporting requirements, and oversight mechanisms that will reshape pharmacy benefit management statewide.
Presenter
Tony J. Park, PharmD, JD, Principal Attorney, California Pharmacy Lawyers
Learning Objectives
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the primary provisions and goals of California’s SB 41 PBM reform law.
- Explain how the new pass-through pricing and rebate transparency requirements differ from the prior system.
- Identify the roles of state agencies and stakeholders in implementing and monitoring SB 41.
Registration Fees
CPhA Member | Complimentary |
Non-Member | $20 |
Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) Credit
The California Pharmacists Association (#0113) is approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Upon completing an evaluation form, participants will be awarded 1.5 hour (0.15 CEUs) of Continuing Pharmacy Education Credit. A statement of credit will not be issued. Participants may log onto the CPE monitor website using their individual log in to download their statement of credit. Please allow 4 weeks for processing of CPE credits to the CPE monitor. ACPE 0113-0000-26-003-H03-P; 0113-0000-26-003-H03-T. Release date: 01/16/2026 Expiration date: 01/16/2029.
