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Second Reading Speeches

National Health Amendment (Cheaper Medicines) Bill 2025

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Government
Portfolio
Health, Disability and Ageing
Originating house
House of Representatives
Status
Before Senate
Parliament no
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Summary

Amends the

National Health Act 1953
to reduce the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme general patient charge from $31.60 to $25.00 from 1 January 2026.

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