85,000 people in Pennsylvania cancel health plans due to soaring premium hikes.
Pennsylvania Health Insurance Enrollment Drops due to Rising Premiums About 85,000 residents in Pennsylvania have dropped their health insurance coverage, largely attributed to soaring premiums. The state’s health insurance marketplace, known as Penny, saw its enrollment shrink to 485,000 after the January 31 registration deadline. This means that nearly one in five members could no […]
Trump administration postpones furniture tariff hikes until next year
The Trump administration is reducing tariffs on various items, in a bid to address affordability concerns that are pivotal for American voters. On Wednesday, the White House announced a one-year delay on tariffs for items like furniture, kitchen cabinets, and bathroom vanities. This decision follows earlier tariff rollbacks on imported food items, including coffee and […]
North Carolina residents deal with significant insurance cost hikes as ACA subsidies come to an end
Insurance Premium Increases in North Carolina WILMINGTON, N.C. – This year, at least one out of ten residents in North Carolina will see a notable hike in their insurance premiums due to the expiration of Affordable Care Act subsidies. The federal government chose not to extend this financial support into the new year, which means […]
November experiences unprecedented price hikes for small businesses driven by inflation
Small Business Price Increases Hit Record High Amid Inflation Concerns Sharon Miller, President and Co-Head of Business Banking at Bank of America, discussed the rising costs faced by small businesses and their optimism for 2026 during an interview on “Claman Countdown.” According to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the share of small business […]
Minnesotans may encounter $950 million in property tax hikes by 2026.
County Faces Property Tax Increases for 2026 The county has until December’s end to finalize its property tax rate for 2026. If you recently looked at your property tax statement, you might not be thrilled with what you found. According to early data, Minnesotans could see their property taxes rise by almost $950 million next […]
Olathe retirees and staff will encounter major hikes in health insurance premiums
Concerns Rise Over Health Insurance Premium Hikes for Olathe Retirees Retired employees from the City of Olathe are expressing deep concerns over potential increases in their health insurance premiums, which they estimate could soar by up to 900% by 2026, based on various plan options and coverage levels. One retiree reached out to local media, […]
Who will be most affected by ACA premium hikes in four charts
2026 Affordable Care Act Exchange Coverage Underway The call for coverage concerning the Affordable Care Act Exchange for 2026 has begun. Millions of consumers are now realizing just how costly their health insurance might be without the enhanced premium subsidies that started in 2021. These additional subsidies, which are due to end this year, have […]
Pennsylvania residents accessing health insurance via the marketplace prepare for significant premium hikes
Health Insurance Premiums See Significant Increases for Pennsylvania Families Last year, Julia Tilley and her spouse managed to secure health insurance through the Marketplace. Tilley, who works in home health, provides care for her adult daughter with autism and a physical disability. Her husband, coping with a traumatic brain injury, is limited to part-time work. […]
Vermont health care regulator endorses the smallest insurance premium hikes since 2022.
Vermont Health Care Regulators Adjust Insurance Premium Increases Vermont’s leading health care regulators have instructed health insurance companies operating under the state’s affordable care law to implement a yearly premium increase that is notably lower than what these companies had proposed earlier this year. On Friday, the Green Mountain Care Board revealed its final decision […]
Health insurers suggest significant price hikes for Affordable Care Act plans in Illinois.
Potential Health Insurance Price Hikes in Illinois This fall, consumers in Illinois might experience significant price increases when shopping for health insurance through the state’s Affordable Care Act Exchange. Many insurance companies are reacting to uncertainties at the federal level with proposed double-digit hikes in premiums. Illinois Blue Cross and Blue Shield, which serves about […]