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Long-term services and supports cost shift
Summary
The state may shift long-term care service costs onto counties. Counties found $122 million in savings, but the state pocketed it for the general fund instead of crediting counties. The fight continues into 2027.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Potential cost shifts could add millions to county property tax burdens; outcome unresolved.
✅Who benefits
Unclear — the state general fund benefits in the short term.
⚠️Who could be affected
County taxpayers and seniors relying on long-term services, if costs shift without funding.
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