And one April Fools’ Day, Upton hid Annoy-o-trons throughout Briner’s office, which would make electronic noises at random intervals. On top of that, earlier this month the State Health Plan board announced a 5% premium increase for most members. Briner, meanwhile, says it will reduce competition and raise costs for state workers and the State Health Plan. “We have a job, and that is to make the State Health Plan solvent,” he told The Assembly. Briner has tangled with Atrium leaders, as well, over a four-tiered structure the State Health Plan is implementing in 2027.