Tag: public_employees
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Governor Sherrill, Unions Agree to Health Benefits Reform and 2027 Contribution Freeze
Governor Mikie Sherrill and 17 New Jersey state employee unions have agreed to waive 2027 health benefit contribution increases and launch a joint effort to reform the State Health Benefits Program, aiming for affordability and sustainability.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues New JerseyGovernor Mikie SherrillState Health Benefits ProgramHealthcare ReformPublic EmployeesUnionsAffordabilityOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Governor Newsom Signs Three Bills into California Law
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed three new bills into law on August 17, 2026. The legislation addresses transactions and use taxes, public employee retirement, and contractor license liabilities, impacting various sectors across the state.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegal Gavin NewsomCaliforniaLegislationTaxesPublic EmployeesContractor LicensesBillsCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
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Governor Spanberger Outlines Budget Priorities, Confident in Timely Passage
Governor Abigail Spanberger detailed her budget priorities, including raises for public employees, Medicaid funding, and data center energy costs. She expressed confidence in the General Assembly to deliver a timely, signable bill.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEducationSocial IssuesEnergy Abigail SpanbergerVirginiaBudget NegotiationsGeneral AssemblyData CentersPublic EmployeesMedicaidReston