An act relating to establishing the Vermont Prescription Drug Discount Card Program
This bill establishes the Vermont Prescription Drug Discount Card Program, administered by the State Treasurer, to help residents reduce prescription drug costs. It creates a program that pools Vermont's purchasing power with other states and organizations to negotiate lower prices directly with drug manufacturers, aiming to lower costs for all Vermont residents. The program will require the Treasurer to collect reasonable fees to cover costs, report annually on participation and savings, and submit an implementation report by 2027. The bill also allocates $50,000 for initial program development in fiscal year 2027.
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Introduced Jan 6, 2026
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