HealthCare Institute of New Jersey

Medicine on money
May 18, 2026

NJ Assembly advances PBM reform bill to cut drug costs

The New Jersey General Assembly advanced a measure that aims to lower prescription drug costs, increase transparency and regulate PBMs in New Jersey's healthcare system.

Medicine on money
Apr 3, 2026

Trump 100% pharma tariffs raise concerns for New Jersey life sciences (updated)

The president's levies on imported drugs and ingredients raise concerns for New Jersey’s life sciences sector, with risks to costs and innovation.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill delivered the keynote at HINJ Pulse 2026
Mar 13, 2026

On the scene: Sherrill, Caldwell keynote industry events

NJBIZ was on location at two business gatherings Friday: one examining the state's life sciences industry and another highlighting the 2026 World Cup.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill gives her first Budget Address in the Assembly Chambers of the State House in Trenton on March 10, 2026.
Mar 11, 2026

Business groups react to Sherrill’s $60.7B NJ budget, mixed reviews (updated)

Business groups and policy advocates are weighing in on Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s $60.7 billion spending plan, applauding cuts and reforms while noting tax concerns.

Healthcare Institute of New Jersey President and CEO Chrissy Buteas speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Dec. 16, 2025.
Dec 29, 2025

NJBIZ Conversations: Healthcare Institute of New Jersey CEO Chrissy Buteas

The Healthcare Institute of New Jersey CEO discusses the challenges facing a crucial segment of the state's economy.

Medicine on money
Dec 2, 2025

US, UK finalize pharma pricing deal to boost innovation

The agreement raises United Kingdom payments for medicines, easing cost pressures domestically as well as strengthening United States life sciences investment.

2025 NJBIZ Women's Leadership Summit
Nov 12, 2025

On the scene: 2025 NJBIZ Women’s Leadership Summit

The second annual event gathered industry leaders in Somerset for a day of inspiration, featuring keynote Chrissy Buteas, panel discussions, networking and a Community FoodBank drive.

Novo Nordisk is the sole patent holder of semaglutide – the active ingredient in popular diabetes shot Ozempic and as well as blockbuster weight loss drug Wegovy. The company has said it is not supplied to outside entities.
Nov 7, 2025

Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly cut GLP-1 drug costs under Medicare

The deals with the Trump administration will lower prices for weight loss and diabetes medications to make them more affordable for patients.

Medicine on money
Sep 30, 2025

Trump drug tariff draws backlash from NJ pharma industry

New Jersey’s pharmaceutical leaders warn the president's proposed levy could raise costs, disrupt supply chains and hurt patient access.

Chrissy Buteas, president and CEO of the HealthCare Institute of New Jersey
Sep 5, 2025

Health care leader to keynote NJBIZ Women’s Leadership Summit

Taking place Nov. 12 in Somerset, the second annual event will offer a powerhouse morning focused on career development, personal growth, leadership and networking.

Pills in a dollar sign
May 13, 2025

Trump drug pricing order draws NJ pharma industry backlash

Local industry leaders say the attempt to lower costs could harm innovation, threaten jobs and import failed foreign pricing models to U.S. markets.

Mergers & acquisitions
May 20, 2024

OPINION: Beware of new regs

The president and CEO of the HealthCare Institute of New Jersey says "recent policy changes by the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice could jeopardize our state’s status as a health care leader."