It's a regular practice in New Jersey government, but critics argue the money could instead be spent on worthwhile programs rather than being funneled to the general fund to close budget gaps in lean years.
Gov. Chris Christie’s intention to save a quarter-billion dollars through changes to the health plans for public workers and retirees has hit a major snag.
Democrats say they’re uncomfortable about counting on a quarter-billion dollars in savings from not-yet-specified changes to public workers’ health plans.