Gov. Gregoire�s statement on decision to appeal Stormans decision

For Immediate Release: March 21, 2012

OLYMPIA � Gov. Chris Gregoire today issued the following statement in response to the decision to appeal the Stormans v. Selecky ruling in U.S. District Court:

�My position has always been clear: patients should be provided with lawful and lawfully prescribed medications in a timely manner. Some time sensitive medications become less effective with each passing hour, so I am especially concerned about those living in rural areas who have few options and could suffer lengthy delays in receiving medication.

�Any decision that puts patients at risk by delaying or denying them lawful and lawfully prescribed medications should be carefully reviewed by a higher court. I fully support the decision to appeal the lower court ruling.�