As a cancer patient with numerous health issues, I am deeply concerned about Arkansas House Bill 1150. The passage of this bill creates unnecessary hurdles for me and countless others in obtaining and affording our much-needed medications. Unable to opt for mail order prescriptions, I struggle to leave my home, let alone drive to pick up my medications. Increased costs due to this legislation would significantly burden me along with other vulnerable Arkansans.

By passing House Bill 1150, Arkansas joins a group of states jeopardizing the health of their citizens. Such laws have been criticized for their potential to disproportionately burden the elderly, chronically ill, and economically disadvantaged (source: Kaiser Health News). These are groups that already face barriers to accessing and affording healthcare.

Repealing House Bill 1150 isn't just a matter for patients like me - it's a matter of public health and social justice. We need a healthcare system that acknowledges the struggles of people with health conditions, not one that exacerbates them. Join me in advocating for the repeal of House Bill 1150. Let's bring affordable and accessible medication back within the reach of Arkansans who need it the most. Please, sign this petition today.