Tag: government policy

ACA Health Insurance Premiums Surge in 2026 as Subsidies Expire

ACA health insurance premiums are increasing by 144% on average in 2026 due to expiring subsidies and rising healthcare costs, impacting millions of enrollees and marketplace enrollment trends.

Rising U.S. Healthcare Costs Threaten Economic Stability and Insurance Affordability

U.S. healthcare spending is projected to reach nearly $9 trillion by 2035, raising concerns over insurance costs, Medicare insolvency, and federal budget impacts. Policy reforms are critical to address these challenges.

ACA Premium Subsidies Expire Soon; Millions at Risk of Higher Costs and Coverage Loss

ACA premium subsidies set to expire soon threaten to double costs for millions and cause coverage losses unless Congress acts by Dec 15 enrollment deadline.

US Senate Deadlock Leaves Colorado Health Insurance Subsidies at Risk for 2026

US Senate deadlock leaves enhanced health insurance subsidies set to expire, risking significant premium hikes for Colorado's individual market in 2026.

Senate Rejects ACA Subsidy Extensions, Signaling Higher 2026 Premiums

The U.S. Senate rejected bills to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, guaranteeing higher premiums in 2026. Related federal policy disputes highlight shifts in health insurance, disaster relief funding, and immigration enforcement.

Obamacare's Impact: The Decline of Indemnity Health Insurance and Market Implications

Explore how Obamacare transformed health insurance, causing premium spikes and reducing indemnity plans. Learn about market effects and reform possibilities.

Challenges of Federal Programs Highlight Need for Localized Insurance and Policy Solutions

Analysis of why one-size-fits-all federal programs in healthcare, education, and immigration often underperform. Highlights need for local empowerment and reform in insurance, spending, labor, and border policy.

Pennsylvania ACA Premiums Could Jump 300% Without Subsidy Extension

Monthly premiums on Pennsylvania's ACA exchange may spike up to 300% if federal enhanced premium tax credits expire, affecting 450,000+ enrollees and market stability.

Significant Staff Cuts at U.S. Public Health Agencies Threaten Infrastructure and Preparedness

Major staff and budget cuts at key U.S. public health agencies like CDC and FDA risk weakening national health infrastructure and crisis preparedness.

Bipartisan Push to Extend U.S. National Flood Insurance Program Through 2026

Bipartisan members of the U.S. House introduce legislation to prevent the expiration of the National Flood Insurance Program, aiming to stabilize flood insurance coverage until 2026.