Congress Screws ACA Subsidies Again, Health Plans Panic

In a dazzling display of budget brinkmanship, a stopgap government funding bill faltered spectacularly, throwing the Affordable Care Act’s marketplace subsidies into chaos. Democrats, champions of extra subsidies meant to keep insurance affordable, find themselves on a financial rollercoaster — a ride that doesn’t even come with a track. With funding lapsing, millions are left anxiously clutching their premium notices, as if that’s a thrilling new lottery. No names yet on the fiscal cliff, but the drama unfolding in Washington could redefine healthcare suspense for 2024, or at least until the next budget deadline dances dangerously close.

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Source: Statnews | Published: 9/19/2025 | Author: John Wilkerson