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Senate Democrats Block GOP Funding Bill, Raising US Government Shutdown Risks

Senate Democrats utilize filibuster to block Republican stopgap funding bill, heightening risk of US government shutdown due to Obamacare subsidy extension dispute and budget negotiations.

Patients Over Profits Act Targets Vertical Integration in U.S. Healthcare Market

The Patients Over Profits Act aims to prohibit ownership of both health plans and providers to curb vertical integration in Medicare-related markets, impacting major payviders like UnitedHealth Group and influencing U.S. healthcare market competition and regulatory enforcement.

California Approves Wildfire Home Hardening Grants Inspired by Wind-Resistant Roof Programs

California's new legislative program offers grants to homeowners for wildfire damage prevention measures, drawing on models from Alabama and Louisiana's wind-resistant roof initiatives. The bill awaits gubernatorial approval and funding details.

New York Faces 38% Health Premium Hikes if ACA Tax Credits Expire

New York residents face an average 38% monthly health premium increase if ACA tax credits expire, risking coverage loss. Medicaid cuts and budget gaps threaten state health plans.

Medicare Breakthrough Medtech Coverage Advances with Congressional Backing

The U.S. House advances legislation ensuring Medicare coverage for FDA-authorized breakthrough medical technologies, boosting patient access and streamlining approval processes.

Democrats Seek GOP Support to Extend ACA Tax Credits to Prevent Premium Hikes

Democrats push Republicans to extend key ACA tax credits before deadline to avoid premium spikes and coverage losses.

Senators Reintroduce Bill to Expand Medicare Coverage for Pharmacist Services in Underserved Areas

Bipartisan bill reintroduced to authorize Medicare payments for pharmacists providing basic medical services in underserved and rural areas, enhancing healthcare access for seniors.

Congress Faces Deadline to Extend ACA Health Insurance Tax Credits Amid Premium Spike Concerns

Congress debates extension of ACA tax credits critical to maintaining affordable health insurance premiums as subsidies approach expiration, risking large premium hikes.

House Republicans Debating Extension of Expiring ACA Enhanced Premium Subsidies

House Republican leaders debate extending expiring ACA enhanced premium subsidies amid potential premium spikes and internal party disagreements.

California Advances Car Dealer Fee Transparency Bill Reflecting Federal Efforts

California is advancing a bill to regulate car dealer fees, banning junk fees, requiring full price transparency, and establishing a used car return period. This follows previous federal efforts and could reshape auto retail practices.