Accounting change to cost state and local governments.(HEALTH COSTS)(Brief Article)

From: The Kiplinger Letter | Date: July 30, 2004 | Copyright information

An accounting change will cost state and local governments.

They'll have to cover future costs of retiree health plans. A rule from an independent accounting oversight board means governments have to find funds to offset future liabilities, starting in 2006. About ...

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