Most Obamacare enrollment ends, resulting in higher bills or less health insurance for Americans
Obamacare Enrollment and Rising Healthcare Costs NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Jan 15 – Enrollment for the federally-backed Obamacare plan is set to close on Thursday, while Congress remains divided over how to reinstate the generous tax credits established during the pandemic. Without action, millions of Americans are likely to face increased healthcare expenses in 2026. In 2025, […]
Obamacare enrollment decreases by over 3,000 Alaskans after subsidy expiration
Decline in Alaskans with Affordable Care Act Insurance Recent federal data reveals that over 3,000 Alaskans have lost their health insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act since 2025, marking a concerning trend. This drop follows the end of enhanced premium tax credits that were introduced in 2022, aimed at making health insurance more affordable […]
Republicans focus on key brokers in investigation of Obamacare enrollment fraud
Inquiry into Obamacare Brokers’ Practices House Republicans are probing whether major health insurance brokers involved in Obamacare are committing fraud that may be driving costs up significantly. The House Judiciary Committee, chaired by Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), sent letters on Monday to companies such as Blue Shield of California, Centene Corporation, CVS Health, Elevance Health, Kaiser […]
Enrollment in the Affordable Care Act has decreased by 35% in North Bay.
Decrease in ACA Enrollment in North Bay New enrollments in Affordable Care Act plans among North Bay residents have plummeted compared to last year, likely due to uncertainty over enhanced subsidies that are set to expire at year’s end. Jessica Altman, executive director of Covered California, reported that this week saw a 35% drop in […]
Concerns about ACA subsidies remain as enrollment deadline approaches
Health Care Bill Unlikely to Resolve Obamacare Subsidy Expiration On December 8, 2025, at the U.S. Capitol, Speaker Mike Johnson announced plans to unveil the Republican health care bill soon, aiming for a vote by month’s end. However, this effort might not break the deadlock in Congress regarding the ending of Obamacare subsidies. As the […]
Enrollment in the Affordable Care Act is slightly better than last year, even with the end of subsidies.
Enrollment in Affordable Care Act Health Insurance to Increase Slightly NEW YORK – Recent federal data suggests that more Americans are expected to enroll in Affordable Care Act health insurance in 2026, showing a modest increase compared to last year. However, by the end of 2025, many may find their coverage costs rising due to […]
Confront the reality of the dramatic decrease in public-school enrollment in NYC
Enrollment in New York City’s public schools has decreased by 2% this year, and it’s likely to keep falling. However, it’s probable that many of our political leaders will simply deny this reality. There has been a long-term drop in enrollment within the Department of Education’s system, largely due to declining birth rates in urban […]
Open enrollment surprises millions with rising premium costs
Ohioans Grapple with Rising Insurance Premiums CINCINNATI – As open enrollment kicks off, many residents in Ohio are confronting substantial hikes in their health insurance premiums. For some enrolled in the Affordable Care Act, there’s a real concern their costs could nearly double. It’s quite alarming; some folks are watching their monthly bills spike by […]
Republicans advocate for alternatives to Obamacare tax credits as the enrollment deadline approaches
Republicans Propose Health Care Alternatives as Tax Credits Expire As the expiration date for enhanced tax credits under Obamacare approaches at the end of the year, Republicans are rolling out new proposals aimed at reducing healthcare costs. There’s a sense of urgency since middle-class Americans are caught in the middle of this political tug-of-war. The […]
Reasons to carefully consider your open enrollment options this year
Potential Changes in Health Insurance Costs Ahead PORTLAND, Ore. — A number of Americans, including those with private insurance from their jobs, may see shifts in their benefit costs as insurance companies prepare for possible changes in Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies and ongoing inflation. Rising insurance premiums are quite common. To keep up with […]