Healthcare Policy
Vermont Healthcare Policy 2026
Medicaid expansion status, ACA coverage, uninsured rates, and how healthcare shapes the 2026 elections in Vermont.
Yes
Medicaid Expanded
3.4%
Uninsured Rate
32,000
ACA Marketplace Enrollees
State (Vermont Health Connect)
Exchange Type
Key Healthcare Provisions
| Medicaid Expansion (ACA) | Yes |
| Reproductive Healthcare | Fully covered |
| Mental Health Parity | Nation-leading parity |
| Drug Pricing Policy | Drug pricing legislation |
Healthcare System Overview
Vermont attempted to create a single-payer healthcare system (Green Mountain Care) but abandoned it in 2014 due to financing challenges. The state has near-universal coverage through a combination of Medicaid and regulated private insurance.
2026 Political Impact
Vermont\'s failed single-payer attempt is a cautionary tale about implementation challenges even in a progressive state. Bernie Sanders continues to push Medicare for All nationally using Vermont as a context.