Amid inflation and rising health insurance costs, Pennsylvania counties including Dauphin and York propose property tax hikes to address budget shortfalls and sustain services.

France plans to require non-EU retirees, including Americans, to pay contributions for public healthcare access, aiming to enhance fairness and manage budget deficits.

Florida lawmakers and officials explore property tax reduction strategies balancing homeowner relief with local government revenue needs ahead of a 2025 constitutional vote.

Germany's pay-as-you-go public pension system struggles with demographic decline and industrial job losses, requiring significant federal subsidies and sparking political debate over contributions.