Senate Republicans Propose Conditions on Obamacare Subsidy Extensions

Senate Republicans plan to block the Democratic proposal to extend expiring Obamacare subsidies without changes. Senator Susan Collins has proposed a two-year extension package featuring a $200,000 income cap on eligibility and the elimination of zero-dollar premium plans, which she considers generous. While some Republicans express openness to this compromise, others remain opposed to extending the subsidies, signaling a continued partisan stalemate on healthcare subsidy policy. Senator Kevin Cramer suggested forming bipartisan coalitions to advance legislation, rather than seeking unanimous Republican support.