AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoVermont Health Policy: Gov. Phil Scott vetoed S.190, a bill meant to fast-track reference-based pricing savings for some Vermont insurance customers, saying affordability reforms must be system-wide and shared broadly. Assisted Suicide Watch: A new roundup highlights how major court cases have shaped the assisted-suicide debate, as lawsuits challenge state laws and the issue remains split across the country. Public Health & Safety: The CDC reports measles has spread to 41 jurisdictions with 2,104 confirmed cases and three deaths since the combined 2025–2026 outbreak began—an urgent reminder for vaccination. Environmental Health: Vermont’s AGs joined a push for more microplastics monitoring in drinking water, urging the EPA to go beyond research and collect more data. Medicaid Spending in Vermont: New federal spending data shows Berlin dental claims totaled $954 in 2024 and Morrisville pathology/lab claims reached $39,433—both rising sharply year over year. Community Wellness: “Come Alive Outside” expands outdoor well-being programs, including a new digital summer wellness passport to help people get moving and connected. Local Health Care Workforce: UVM Health is downsizing, with reported job cuts tied to what services may mean for patients.
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