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The Senate has voted to repeal Biden's student debt relief plan, although the president has said he will veto the legislation if it reaches his desk. If so, the Supreme Court will have the final decision this month.

This summer, Colorado's Prescription Drug Affordability Board will choose up to 18 high-cost drugs for review to determine if the medications are unaffordable and whether to cap what health plans and consumers pay for them.

The cost soars to $26.6 billion annually when medical expenses are added.

The West South Central region — which includes Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas, came in last.

The class action lawsuit filed six years ago against the drugmaker, which alleged systematic overpricing, will set up a $13.5 million settlement fund for those who pay out of pocket.

As a result of the new law, covered employers will now be required to verify the employment eligibility for all new hires within three business days after the new hire begins working.