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House backs bill to join multi‑state prescription discount card program; $50,000 start‑up appropriation included
Summary
Lawmakers voted to amend and order third reading of H577, which would let Vermont join the Array RX prescription discount card program, fund initial implementation with a one‑time $50,000 appropriation to the Treasurer, and require implementation and reporting timelines. Supporters highlighted savings for uninsured and underinsured Vermonters.
The Vermont House on Tuesday amended and ordered third reading of H577, a bill to authorize the state treasurer to join a multi‑state prescription discount card program commonly known as Array RX.
Member from Colchester explained that joining Array RX would allow any Vermont resident to receive a free discount card offering lower prices at the pharmacy counter, with savings cited as…
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