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Expected NC budget won't restore GLP-1 weight-loss drug coverage for state employees, treasurer says

WRAL 5 Capitol Blog

May 27, 2026

Expected NC budget won't restore GLP-1 weight-loss drug coverage for state employees, treasurer says

State Treasurer Brad Briner doesn't expect North Carolina lawmakers to include funding in the upcoming budget to restore State Health Plan coverage of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss,…

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Expected NC budget won't restore GLP-1 weight-loss drug coverage for state employees, treasurer says

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