Congress Faces Urgent Health Care Decisions as Premiums Rise
As the deadline approaches for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, Congress is in disarray over how to extend health care tax credits. Senate Democrats, led by Schumer, are pushing for a three-year extension, while centrist lawmakers are unveiling their plans amidst a scramble between the House and Senate. A recent poll indicates that a significant number of enrollees are likely to forgo health insurance if premiums double. With pressing health costs at stake, the struggle continues, and both parties are grappling with how to navigate the looming crisis as millions brace for increasing health insurance costs. The Senate appears unlikely to reach a consensus before the key vote, raising fears that many will be left without critical coverage.
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