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Senate Considers Provider Tax to Save Health Programs

4/22/2025

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Senate lawmakers are exploring a provider tax to boost health budget funds and avert program cuts. Sen. Melissa Wiklund, chair of the health committee, emphasized the need for ongoing negotiations with House leaders. The absence of a budget from the House committee adds to the uncertainty, making it challenging to determine priorities moving forward.

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Senate lawmakers are exploring a provider tax to boost health budget funds and avert program cuts. Sen. Melissa Wiklund, chair of the health committee, emphasized the need for ongoing negotiations with House leaders. The absence of a budget from the House committee adds to the uncertainty, making it challenging to determine priorities moving forward.