Vermont Governor Moves to Cut Healthcare Costs | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Governor Phil Scott just signed an executive order to tackle soaring healthcare costs in Vermont, launching a bold, multi-pronged strategy to make insurance more affordable. The plan includes modernizing rate-setting, exploring federal waivers, and opening doors for association health plans — all while empowering the Green Mountain Care Board to use reference-based pricing. Scott emphasized these are proven, non-radical tactics already working in other states. But he’s clear: real change requires legislative cooperation. With rising premiums forcing workers to turn down raises and businesses…