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Massachusetts faces a $63B budget challenge in 2027 due to rising health costs and lost federal funds, with cuts to public employee insurance under debate.
Massachusetts lawmakers are grappling with a $63 billion fiscal year 2027 budget amid rising health care costs and a projected $3.7 billion loss in federal funding by 2028, driven by the end of pandemic-era aid and policy shifts.
Governor Maura Healey’s 3.8% spending increase plan emphasizes fiscal responsibility, fully funding the Student Opportunity Act while facing pressure over proposed $100 million cuts to the Group Insurance Commission, which could raise costs for public employees.
Lawmakers warn of growing strain on families and state services, citing unpredictable federal actions and the need for long-term reforms, especially in health care and education funding.
The final budget will be revised through summer before a final vote.
Massachusetts enfrenta un desafío presupuestario de $ 63B en 2027 debido al aumento de los costos de salud y la pérdida de fondos federales, con recortes al seguro de empleados públicos en debate.