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Bill Summary for S 24 (2025-2026)
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Senate Bill 24 (Public)
Filed Wednesday, January 29, 2025
AN ACT TO DISCLOSE THE COST OF STATE GOVERMENT HEALTH INSURANCE MANDATES ON NORTH CAROLINA’S EMPLOYERS AND TAXPAYERS.
Intro. by Burgin, Galey, Sawrey.
View: All Summaries for Bill: Tracking: GS 58
Bill Text: NC S24 | 2025-2026 | Regular Session | Introduced
North Carolina Senate Bill 24
NC State Legislature page for S24
Summary; Sponsors; texts; Votes; Research; Comments; Track; Introduced
Bill Title: Govt Mandates Increase healthcare Costs
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 4-0)
Status: (Introduced) 2025-01-29 – Filed
Download: North_Carolina-2025-S24-Introduced.pdf
Government Mandates Increase Healthcare Costs
SUPPORT: Senate Bill 24 takes major steps to address government mandates that raise healthcare costs.
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“I think we all understand that when something is mandated,it increases costs,” said Sen. Kevin Corbin, R-Macon. “And we saw that happen with the Affordable Care Act, we saw prices essentially double within a very short period of time; that folks were getting tax credits for that to make up for that. But the point is, the actual cost of health insurance goes up every time you mandate it.”
Support for the Bill:
Business representatives and healthcare professionals expressed their support for the bill, highlighting the importance of controlling costs and increasing openness. Some offered up suggestions like publishing dollars used for public employees’ healthcare, just like state employee salaries.
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“Thank you for your attention and focus on reducing healthcare costs in North Carolina,” said Mark Coggins on behalf of the NC chamber. He stressed that employer-sponsored healthcare is critical to retaining a talented workforce, and businesses need predictability and affordability in the healthcare system.
Next Steps:
With SB 24 progressing favorably through the committees, it will now head to the committee on Rules and Operations of the Senate.
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Bill Summary for S 24 (2025-2026)
Printer-friendly: link
Senate Bill 24 (public)
Filed Wednesday, January 29, 2025
AN ACT TO DISCLOSE THE COST OF STATE GOVERMENT HEALTH INSURANCE MANDATES ON NORTH CAROLINA’S EMPLOYERS AND TAXPAYERS.
Intro. by Burgin,Galey,Sawrey.
View: All Summaries for Bill: Tracking: GS 58
Bill Text: NC S24 | 2025-2026 | Regular Session | Introduced
North Carolina Senate Bill 24
NC State Legislature page for S24
Summary; Sponsors; texts; Votes; Research; Comments; Track; Introduced
Bill Title: Cost Transparency and Openness
Senate Bill 24 aims to increase transparency regarding the costs of state government healthcare insurance mandates on North Carolina’s employers and taxpayers. This legislation is a significant step towards making the financial impacts of such mandates clear and accessible for the public. The bill is the result of widespread concerns over healthcare affordability and aims to provide essential economic data to businesses and taxpayers.
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“Thank you for your attention and focus on reducing healthcare costs in North Carolina,” said Mark Coggins on behalf of the NC chamber. He stressed that employer-sponsored healthcare is critical to retaining a talented workforce, and businesses need predictability and affordability in the healthcare system.
Q&A Interview with Senator Burgin
Editing Agent: Interview conducted and edited by Jane Doe.
Editing Agent: Senator Burgin, thank you for taking the time to discuss senate Bill 24 today. Can you start by explaining the motivation behind the bill?
Senator Burgin: Certainly. The main goal of SB 24 is to bring greater transparency to the economic impact of state healthcare insurance mandates.We want North Carolina businesses and taxpayers to fully understand the financial implications of these mandates so they can make better informed decisions.
Editing Agent: How do these insurance mandates affect employers and taxpayers most significantly?
Senator Burgin: These mandates often result in higher healthcare premiums for employers and, consequently, economic pressures on employees, who may see reduced benefits or out-of-pocket costs increase.For taxpayers, while direct costs may be less obvious, increased demands on state budget can affect overall state financial planning.
Editing Agent: Can you provide an example of how businesses might benefit from this bill?
Senator Burgin:通过通过明度法案,企业将能够更好地了解在员工健康保险上花费的具体金。这对长期的财务计划和制定更可行的算非常重要。我们的目标是提供数据,使企业能够进行更明智的决策,进而维持健康的工作力量并保持争力。
Editing Agent: What steps will be taken to ensure the successful implementation and tracking of this bill?
Senator Burgin: We plan to hire a third-party auditor to review the mandated costs and provide clear reports. Additionally, our committee will regularly monitor the progress and ensure that the data is accessible and understandable. We want everyone to benefit from this transparency, so regular updates and public discussions will be a key part of our strategy.
Editing Agent: How do you expect this bill to be received by the business community and taxpayers in North Carolina?
Senator Burgin: Our conversations with the business community suggest positive enthusiasm. Many understand the importance of knowing the exact costs of these mandates. The NC chamber, as you mentioned, has expressed strong support. We believe that many taxpayers will also appreciate this increased transparency and the chance to have a clearer picture of state financial decisions.
Editing agent: what’s next for Senate Bill 24?
Senator Burgin: After passing through our committees favorably, the next step is for SB 24 to be reviewed by the Rules and Operations of the Senate committee. We aim to move it forward to further discussions and possible votes to finalize its implementation.
Next Steps:
With SB 24 progressing favorably through the committees
