Officials brief Health & Welfare on $195 million RHT award, CMS oversight and spending limits

Apr 9, 2026

State Health & Welfare presenters outlined the first-year Rural Health Transformation cooperative agreement (~$195 million), explained CMS approval requirements, described a 15% cap on provider payments that held several projects, and reiterated obligation and spending deadlines.

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State Health & Welfare officials told the committee on April 9 that Vermont’s first-year Rural Health Transformation (RHT) cooperative agreement award is roughly $195 million and carries substantial federal oversight that will shape how the state spends the funds.

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