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Many Oregonians want Congress to act on the escalating prices of prescription drugs. More than 65,000 people from around the state have signed an AARP petition calling on lawmakers to take steps to control drug costs now. Stacy Larsen, communications director for AARP Oregon, said high drug prices directly impact people's lives. "We know that Americans right now are paying more than three times what people in other countries pay for the very same medicines," said Larsen. "Many seniors here in Oregon are often forced to choose between filling a prescription or buying groceries, paying for their utilities or other necessities." AARP is supporting legislation that would allow Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices, put a cap on out-of-pocket costs for older Americans and impose penalties on drug companies that raise prices faster than the rate of inflation.Last week, Oregonians delivered their petition virtually to Sen. Ron Wyden and Sen. Jeff Merkley - D-

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