Congressman Paul's "Free and Low-Cost Prescription Drug"
Program Starts with a Bang Port Lavaca Seniors
Benefit from New District Program
Victoria, TX - On Monday, Representative Ron Paul launched his new
district-wide "Free and Low-Cost Prescription Drug" program at the Port Lavaca
Senior Citizen's Center. More than 30 seniors attended the workshop to explore
options to reduce their monthly prescription drug bills, or, in some cases,
eliminate them altogether. Paul said the large turnout leaves him encouraged
about future workshops across the district.
"This program is designed to provide immediate assistance to seniors who are
struggling to pay for the medications they require," Paul said. "After seeing
the positive results from our first visit to a senior citizen's center, I am
very excited about continuing the program throughout the district and providing
assistance to those in need."
The "Free and Low-Cost Prescription Drug" program is Paul's new district
effort designed to make eligible seniors aware that many drug companies have
programs offering prescription drugs at little or no charge to individuals who
cannot afford them. Representatives of Congressman Paul will assist seniors in
filling out the paperwork necessary to participate. After conducting the
workshop in Port Lavaca, a representative met personally with each senior in
attendance to address specific cases. A bilingual translator was available to
assist Spanish-speaking seniors.
Paul said last week that the "Free and Low-Cost Prescription Drug" program
was created to supplement his "Pharmaceutical Freedom Act" (HR 3636), which is
sweeping legislation aimed at permanently lowering prescription drug costs by
promoting a true free market for pharmaceuticals. The Act provides a tax credit
for prescription drug costs, removes barriers to importing pharmaceuticals, and
protects Internet pharmacies from costly federal regulations.
"The 'Pharmaceutical Freedom Act' ensures that millions of American seniors
have access to affordable pharmaceutical products," Paul stated. "Furthermore,
from the initial response to the 'Free and Low-Cost Prescription Drug' program
in Port Lavaca, I am confident that by the end of the summer we will help
hundreds of seniors in the 14th district find immediate relief from the
skyrocketing cost of medications."
The "Free and Low-Cost Prescription Drug" program continues on Wednesday,
August 9th at 11 a.m. at the Seadrift Senior Citizen's Center. Questions
concerning the program should be directed to Jackie Gloor at 361-576-1231.