Anthony Albanese has struck an 11th-hour deal with the states and territories, securing public hospital funding for the next five years. Camera Icon Anthony Albanese has struck an 11th-hour deal with the states and territories on health funding. States divided on firearm buybackAsked about the firearm buyback, Mr Albanese said it would be a “decision for the states and territories”. Asked whether hopes should be high for a deal, Mr Mookhey told Sky News: “Well, let’s see”. Mr Albanese on Thursday confirmed he had since put an offer to the states and territories.