Tag: Legislation

Congress Proposes Automatic Extension Act for National Flood Insurance Program

Congress introduces bipartisan bill to prevent National Flood Insurance Program lapses during government shutdowns, ensuring continuous flood insurance coverage and market stability.

House GOP Plans Health Insurance Votes Amid ACA Tax Credit Expiration

House Republicans plan votes to address health insurance premium hikes as ACA tax credits expire, while bipartisan efforts seek compromise solutions.

House Republicans Push Discharge Petition to Extend Enhanced Obamacare Subsidies

House Republicans lead bipartisan effort with discharge petition to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies for two years, aiming to ensure health insurance affordability under the Affordable Care Act.

Senate Republicans Propose Health Savings Account Payments Over ACA Subsidy Extension

Senate Republicans propose direct HSA payments to replace enhanced ACA premium subsidies, impacting millions of insured Americans starting 2026.

Senator Fischer Advocates Repeal of Biden-Era Housing Regulation

Senator Deb Fischer leads efforts to repeal a Biden-era housing regulation, citing concerns over its impact on housing affordability and market dynamics.

Senate Faces Partisan Clash Over Expiring ACA Subsidies and Health Savings Plans

The Senate is set for partisan votes on health care as COVID-era ACA subsidies approach expiration, with Republicans proposing health savings accounts and Democrats seeking to extend tax credits.

Expiration of ACA Premium Tax Credits Could Raise Health Insurance Costs Nationwide

ACA premium tax credits are expiring soon, risking a rise in health insurance costs by over 17%, with significant effects on small businesses and insurance markets, especially in Maine.

Senate to Vote on Competing ACA Subsidy Plans Ahead of Expiration

Senate Republicans and Democrats prepare competing health care proposals addressing ACA subsidy expiration, with implications for health insurance costs and federal policy.

Ohio Senator Shifts Focus from Dual Citizenship Proposal to Healthcare Tax Credits Extension

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno shifts from a rejected dual citizenship proposal to co-sponsoring legislation extending Affordable Care Act tax credits, addressing impending healthcare cost increases.

MA Health Subsidies Faces Uncertainty as Boston Prepares Property Tax Hike

Massachusetts faces health insurance subsidy uncertainty and a significant Boston property tax hike amid political and legislative challenges for 2024.