Tennessee committee hears health boards’ deficits; agencies point to fee increases and multi-year projections Department of Health officials told the Joint Government Operations Committee on Feb. 19 that multiple health-related licensing boards ran deficits in 2023–25 and are pursuing fee changes and system upgrades; legal staff and lawmakers debated why agencies use two- to three-year projections and noted past statutory sweeps of reserve funds.

Tennessee health licensing boards are facing alarming deficits, prompting urgent discussions on fee increases and financial sustainability.

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Health department fees and internal adjustments largely cover supplemental asks, commissioners told Staff said planned fee increases (including a proposed school‑nursing fee increase) and a pattern of unused health department budget savings make many of the department's supplemental asks manageable without a large general‑fund supplement; commissioners asked for final fee actions in November and will consider mid‑year adjustments if needed.

The health department's request for additional funding appears manageable, thanks to planned fee increases and significant budget savings, but what will the commissioners decide in November?

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North Dakota Insurance Commissioner proposes significant fee increases to enhance revenue Insurance fees will rise by up to 300% to address budget deficits and align with other states.

North Dakota's insurance fees could soar by up to 300% as lawmakers tackle a budget deficit and strive for competitive rates with neighboring states.

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Vermont DMV budget faces scrutiny over fee increases and service challenges State lawmakers question Vermont DMV's budget amid concerns over fee hikes and service access.

Vermont's DMV budget is under fire as lawmakers grapple with rising fees and the impact on residents' access to essential services.

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TravelComments.com – South Africa: Toll road tariff to increase from 01 March 2025! - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 14th February 2025)     The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced the adjustment to the toll tariffs effective from 01 March 2025. The tariffs are adjusted ann...

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