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Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week

Senate poised to reject extension of health care subsidies as costs rise for many

Senate poised to reject extension of health care subsidies as costs rise for many

The Senate is poised to reject legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits for millions of Americans

Republican-controlled US Congress poised to allow Obamacare health subsidies to expire

Republican-controlled US Congress poised to allow Obamacare health subsidies to expire

By Nolan D. McCaskill and Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, Dec 11 (Reuters) - The Republican-controlled U.S.

The Senate is set to vote on 2 rival health plans. Here's what's at stake for Americans

The Senate is set to vote on 2 rival health plans. Here's what's at stake for Americans

The U.S. Senate is set to vote on two partisan health bills addressing expiring COVID-era subsidies

US Senate to vote Thursday on Republican healthcare plan

US Senate to vote Thursday on Republican healthcare plan

WASHINGTON, Dec 9 (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate will vote on Thursday on a Republican-proposed healthcare plan, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said on Tuesday, as Democrats continued to push for a three-year extension of expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.

Senate to Vote on Rival Health Plans Amid Expiring COVID-Era Subsidies

Senate to Vote on Rival Health Plans Amid Expiring COVID-Era Subsidies

The U.S. Senate is preparing to vote on two competing health care bills that aim to address the expiration of COVID-era subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). These subsidies, which are set to expire on January 1, have been crucial in reducing insurance costs for over 24 million Americans, including farmers, small business owners, and self-employed individuals. The Democratic proposal, led by Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, seeks to extend these enhanced subsidies for an additional three years, potentially saving millions of Americans from increased premium costs. In contrast, the Republican proposal, backed by Senators Bill Cassidy and Mike Crapo, suggests replacing the subsidies with health savings accounts funded for two years. This plan would require enrollees to choose lower-cost, higher-deductible plans and would provide direct financial support for health-related expenses, excluding premiums.

Senate Faces Impasse on Health Care Proposals as ACA Subsidy Deadline Nears

Senate Faces Impasse on Health Care Proposals as ACA Subsidy Deadline Nears

The U.S. Senate is set to vote on two contrasting health care proposals, neither of which is expected to pass. The Democratic proposal aims to extend the Affordable Care Act's enhanced premium subsidies for three more years, while the Republican proposal, sponsored by Senators Mike Crapo and Bill Cassidy, seeks to expand health savings accounts without extending the subsidies. The Democratic plan would continue the subsidies that have allowed low-income Americans to access coverage with minimal premiums, a measure initially approved in 2021. The Republican plan proposes to allocate funds to health savings accounts for certain Obamacare enrollees, with additional provisions to resume federal funding of Obamacare’s cost-sharing subsidies and reduce Medicaid support to states covering undocumented immigrants. Both proposals require 60 votes to overcome a filibuster, a threshold neither is expected to meet.

Senate Republicans Propose Health Savings Account Deposits to Replace ACA Subsidies

Senate Republicans Propose Health Savings Account Deposits to Replace ACA Subsidies

Senate Republicans, led by Senators Mike Crapo and Bill Cassidy, have introduced a bill proposing direct deposits into health savings accounts (HSAs) for eligible Americans. This initiative aims to replace the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies that have been in place since the COVID-19 pandemic. The proposed legislation would allocate $1,000 to individuals aged 18 to 49 and $1,500 to those aged 50 to 64, provided they are enrolled in a bronze or catastrophic ACA plan. The eligibility is capped at individuals earning up to 700% of the federal poverty level. The bill is set for a Senate vote on December 11, alongside a Democratic proposal to extend the ACA's premium tax credits. The Republican plan emphasizes directing funds to patients rather than insurance companies, with the goal of reducing health insurance premiums and overall healthcare costs.

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

The Trump administration may have softened its language on China to maintain a truce in their trade war, but Congress is pushing for more restrictions on Beijing

Analysis-The 13-letter word tripping up Trump - and risking Republicans' hold on Congress

Analysis-The 13-letter word tripping up Trump - and risking Republicans' hold on Congress

By Tim Reid, Nandita Bose and Nathan Layne WASHINGTON, Dec 11 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump’s repeated mockery of the word “affordability” is worrying Republican strategists, who say the fixation risks undercutting White House efforts to reassure Americans about the cost of living - a top voter

Affordable Care Act enrollment is slightly ahead of last year so far, despite expiring subsidies

Affordable Care Act enrollment is slightly ahead of last year so far, despite expiring subsidies

Initial new federal data shows the number of Americans signing up for Affordable Care Act health insurance for 2026 is moderately higher than it was at a similar time last year

Senate Faces Crucial Vote on ACA Subsidies as Deadline Looms for Millions

Senate Faces Crucial Vote on ACA Subsidies as Deadline Looms for Millions

The U.S. Senate is preparing to vote on a proposal to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies for three years, a decision that could significantly impact the cost of health insurance for millions of Americans. Currently, 24 million people rely on ACA marketplaces for their health insurance, and they must select a plan by December 15. The proposed extension aims to maintain current subsidy levels, preventing a sharp increase in premiums. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has emphasized the urgency of the vote, labeling it the GOP's 'last chance' to avert rising premiums. However, the proposal faces opposition from Senate Republicans, who view the extension as unrealistic. President Trump has remained largely uninvolved, though he has criticized the ACA and suggested alternative measures such as health savings accounts.