AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoVermont Health Policy: Gov. Phil Scott vetoed the Legislature’s latest attempt to lower health insurance costs, leaving lawmakers to pursue other paths; the fight centers on whether and how to speed up reference-based pricing. Hospital Finance: Dartmouth Health reported a $63.5 million deficit over six months, driven by weather-related closures and higher labor and medication costs, even as patient revenues rose. Access & Care Models: A Montpelier nonprofit, All Brains Belong, is running a neurodivergent-focused primary care clinic built around social connection and mutual aid (currently closed to new patients, with education and support continuing). Rural Health Infrastructure: Vermont’s Green Mountain Care Board cleared plans for the state’s third ambulatory surgery center in Hartford, the Upper Valley Surgery Center. Public Health & Environment: Vermont DEC is seeking public comment (June 15–July 31) on a draft five-year tactical basin plan for the Batten Kill/Walloomsac/Hoosic River system, laying out 30 actions to protect and restore waterways. Community Support: Vermont 211 will shift from 24/7 to 10 p.m.–8 a.m. call limits starting July 1, citing low call volume overnight. Outdoor Health Equity: Vermont Parks Forever announced 2026 Park Access Fund grantees, including programs serving people with Parkinson’s and other health needs.
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