Congress Faces Tight Deadline for FY 2026 Funding Amid Partisan Challenges
Congress returns to negotiate FY 2026 government funding with a deadline on Sept 30, facing bipartisan challenges and potential shutdown.
ACA Marketplace Premiums Expected to Soar in 2026 Without Congressional Action
ACA health insurance premiums are set to rise sharply in 2026 as enhanced premium subsidies expire, with insurers citing medical inflation and drug costs. Congressional action is uncertain amid strong public support for subsidy extension.
Senator Grassley Details Medicaid Funding and Health Policy Impacts in Iowa
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley outlines Medicaid funding changes under the Big Beautiful Bill, Medicare reimbursement challenges, and bipartisan legislative efforts impacting healthcare and education policy in Iowa.
Colorado Bill Proposes Pausing Wolf Program to Fund Health Insurance Subsidies
Colorado lawmakers propose pausing the wolf reintroduction program to reallocate funds towards health insurance subsidies amid budget challenges and rising insurance premiums.
New Law To Eliminate Deceptive MA Comparisons to Protect Vulnerable Seniors
Congressional bill aims to improve Medicare Advantage comparisons by using accurate data and transparent methods, ensuring fair Medicare policy for seniors and taxpayers.
Obama's Presidency: Legislative Challenges and Political Strategy Impacting Legacy
Analysis of Barack Obama's presidency focusing on legislative challenges, political strategy, and impacts on U.S. policy and legacy.
Senator Kelly Highlights Impact of Medicaid and Social Security Changes in Arizona
Senator Kelly outlines significant effects of recent Medicaid and Social Security policy changes in Arizona, focusing on coverage loss, work requirements, and bipartisan legislative efforts.
Medicare Sequestration Cuts Triggered by 2026 Due to New Tax Bill
The recent Republican tax legislation will trigger automatic Medicare payment cuts starting in 2026 due to sequestration mandated by the Budget Control Act, impacting provider reimbursements through 2034.
Medicare Weight Loss Drug Coverage: Legislative and Regulatory Paths
Medicare faces evolving opportunities and challenges in covering weight loss drugs through legislation like the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act and federal demonstration projects. Drug adherence and cost-effectiveness remain key issues.
Legislative Changes Delay Medicare Drug Price Negotiations for Expensive Cancer Medications
Recent Republican-led legislative changes delay Medicare drug price negotiations for costly cancer treatments, maintaining high patient costs and impacting seniors and disabled Americans.