A great example of politicians and bureaucrats not understand health benefits or what they are doing. Surprised? Thinking you are going to save money but promising to keep benefits (rich benefits) the same oh my!
“Under his proposal, retirees will be given a “difference card” to cover any cost above what retired employees contractually must pay for their prescriptions — no more than $1.50 or $5 for former public safety workers.”
The state says they can’t do that and for good reason. But the real question is why would anyone agree to such a plan with a $1.50 co-pay? Public employee unions strike again. 🙃
Probably can achieve most of those wants – that is, if they know what they want. If it is Savings and value, maybe there is more than they think.
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Do they want a solution that will preserve the savings and not violate the guidance? Simple, low cost solution exists.
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I think the union wants everything I h before and the city wants the savings projected.
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