Budget analysts have estimated that the popular measure would cut federal tax revenue by $8.5 billion over 10 years.

"Our findings suggest that many workers simply do not have the financial cushion to absorb today's health care costs," said Bridget Bearden, director of member growth and partnerships at EBRI.

Jason Averbook, co-founder of AI strategy firm Now to Next says the headcount numbers dominating headlines are telling HR leaders almost nothing about what actually matters right now.

Although more than 8 in 10 say they would stay with their organization because of culture, 37% also say they are not receiving meaningful recognition from their managers.