AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHealthcare Policy: Gov. Phil Scott vetoed Vermont’s “soft opening” bill (S.190) that would have sped up reference-based hospital pricing, saying any savings should be shared by all insurers—not just plans sold through Vermont Health Connect and school employee coverage. Prescription Drug Costs: Scott also signed legislation to let Vermont join ArrayRx, a multi-state prescription discount program run through the State Treasurer’s office, with a free card expected by January 2027 and discounts up to 80% on generics and 20% on brand drugs. Clean Water Planning: The Vermont DEC opened a public comment period (June 15–July 15) on a draft Tactical Basin Plan for the Upper Connecticut River, laying out more than 40 actions to protect rivers, lakes, and wetlands. Business & Community: Burlington approved a $112.6M FY27 budget aimed at fiscal sustainability; Ocean State Job Lot announced a St. Johnsbury hiring event June 24 and 26. Sports & Culture: RunVermont reported results from the May 24 Vermont City Marathon, and the Vermont Renaissance Faire returns June 27–28.
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