Smart Medigap Plans Expands Medicare Supplement Options in Texas
Smart Medigap Plans broadens Medicare supplement offerings in Texas, enhancing coverage options for Medicare beneficiaries including prescription drug and supplemental insurance.
Texas ACA Subsidy Expiration to Cause Sharp Premium Increases in 2026
More than 4 million Texans face higher ACA health insurance premiums in 2026 as federal subsidies expire, potentially causing coverage losses and market shifts.
Texas Faces Rising Uninsured Rates as ACA Tax Credits Set to Expire
Millions of Texans risk losing ACA tax credits, increasing uninsured rates and uncompensated care costs, amid federal budget changes affecting health insurance affordability.
Texas Leads U.S. in Uninsured Children Amid Medicaid and ACA Changes
Texas reported the highest rate of uninsured children in 2024 with significant increases due to Medicaid redetermination and changes in federal ACA subsidies impacting coverage. Experts warn of further challenges from recent policy shifts.
Texas Homeownership Costs Rise in 2024 Despite Property Tax Relief
Texas homeowners in 2024 faced rising overall homeownership costs despite a 6.6% drop in property taxes, driven by higher insurance and utilities expenses. Rent growth slowed but remains elevated, with income growth lagging behind.
Kerr County Texas Floods Spotlight Insurance Challenges, Recovery Hurdles
Severe July 2025 floods in Texas’ Kerr County highlight challenges in flood insurance coverage, permitting, and recovery for rural homeowners. Local officials and residents face steep costs rebuilding amid limited federal support.
Pew Survey Shows Bipartisan Support for Enhanced Federal Disaster Relief and Building Standards
Pew Research finds broad bipartisan support for stronger federal disaster relief and stricter building codes following recent extreme weather events in Missouri and Texas.
Texas Floods Cause Widespread Property Damage, Raising Insurance and Market Challenges
Severe July flash floods in Texas Hill Country have caused extensive property damage and triggered insurance affordability and housing market challenges, spotlighting risk management and regulatory responses.
Texas Homeowners Face Rising Insurance Costs Amid Insurer Market Retreat
Texas homeowners confront rising insurance premiums and policy cancellations as insurers withdraw coverage due to escalating natural disaster risks, impacting market stability and coverage availability.
Texas Expands Medigap Coverage for Younger Medicare Beneficiaries with Kidney Failure
Texas recently expanded Medigap coverage options for Medicare beneficiaries under 65 with end-stage kidney disease, improving insurance access and affordability. NKF advocacy played a key role in this policy change.