Issue Position: Housing and Healthcare

Issue Position

Two fundamental rights for our society. The cost of health insurance and housing are the biggest challenges faced by many Vermonters and both impact decisions we make every day. As a member of the healthcare committee I am active in the move away from fee-for-service to a value based payment system where our doctors and hospitals are paid to keep us healthy, as well as, the continued fight for parity for physical and mental health. I support prioritizing funding to ensure every Vermonter that needs treatment for substance use disorder and mental health receive that treatment in a way that is timely and best for them. I supported the legislation establishing the $35 million housing bond making affordable housing available to low and middle income Vermonters and will continue to fight to fund programs that project and create safe and affordable housing for working families and vulnerable seniors.

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