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NJ Budget Hearing: Taxes, School Funding, Health Care Debated
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New Jerseys Governor Mikie Sherrill unveils a $60.7 billion budget proposal, sparking debates on business taxes, school aid, and healthcare funding. Witnesses advocate for adjustments to business taxes, additional aid for specific school districts, and increased healthcare funding to counteract potential Medicaid changes. Sherrills plan includes capping net operating loss deductions, cutting small business write-offs, and imposing a per-worker fee for large employers on the states Medicaid program. Business groups argue these changes could harm New Jerseys competitiveness, while advocates push for higher taxes on the wealthy and corporations. School leaders express concerns about funding caps leading to service cuts and local tax hikes. Public employee health plans face crises with premium increases and projected deficits. Hospitals urge higher reimbursements due to rising uninsured visits. Lawmakers have until June 30th to pass a budget addressing these issues and maintaining state services.
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