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County staff warn of state health-plan surcharge; commissioners agree to seek relief

5965826 · October 20, 2025
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Summary

County staff briefed commissioners on a proposed surcharge in House Bill 125 that could add an estimated $340,000 to the county's current fiscal-year cost; the board authorized letters to the state treasurer and legislators asking for a deferral or other relief.

County staff informed the Board of Commissioners about a new surcharge tied to the state health insurance plan that was enacted in House Bill 125. Staff said the surcharge, not clearly limited to state-only employees in drafting, could apply to local governments that participate in the state health plan and estimated an approximate $340,000 unanticipated cost for Ashe County in the current…

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