Vermont Governor Tackles Healthcare Costs | Burlington News

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Vermont’s Governor Phil Scott just unveiled a bold new executive order to slash healthcare costs, launching a multi-pronged strategy to make care more affordable for residents. The plan includes lowering premiums on the state’s health exchange, reviewing employer tax breaks, and piloting referenced-based pricing—a fresh approach to controlling healthcare spending. This move follows his veto of a previous healthcare bill, signaling a more comprehensive, phased effort to reach more Vermonters. While some tactics are already proven in neighboring states, the governor acknowledges trade-offs and…