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Alabama’s PEEHIP is seeking an additional $222 million in state funding for next year as rising healthcare costs and tight budgets threaten the plan’s future. After last year’s $380 million request fell short by $200 million, the board is now tapping into its retiree health trust — first using $200 million, then approving another $25 million — but warns this isn’t sustainable. With more retirees enrolling, premium hikes mandated by state law (like a $115 monthly increase for a 62-year-old retiree with 25 years of service), and uncertain education funding ahead, the board faces tough choices balancing present needs with long-term stability. Meanwhile, Medicare Part D coverage remains renewed with only minor tweaks — including a slight deductible bump due to annual Medicare adjustments.

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