New Jersey's state health plan for active school employees is facing a staggering 34.4% premium increase in 2027.

New Jersey teachers heading back to their classrooms for a new school year still don't know exactly what their health insurance will cost them next year. They do know this: It could get a whole lot more expensive. The state actuary is recommending a staggering 34.4% increase in health insurance premiums for active employees enrolled in the School Employees' Health Benefits Program in 2027. ---SNIP--- The financial pressure is not limited to teachers. State workers are facing a similar crisis and lawmakers have been slow to act on any changes that could blunt the impact. Read More: NJ teachers face...