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Urgent Call to Preserve ACA Tax Credits for Millions

4/4/2025

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AARP's report highlights the urgent need for increased premium tax credits for midlife adults to prevent coverage loss.
ACA enrollment has surged to 24 million since 2021, but proposed budget cuts jeopardize essential tax credits.
The Urban Institute warns that over 7 million could lose ACA coverage if credits expire, disproportionately impacting Black and Hispanic communities.
Premiums for a couple aged 60 earning $85,000 may rise by $1,500 monthly without these credits.
Congress is under pressure to preserve tax credits, crucial for millions' health insurance affordability.

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AARP's report highlights the urgent need for increased premium tax credits for midlife adults to prevent coverage loss.
ACA enrollment has surged to 24 million since 2021, but proposed budget cuts jeopardize essential tax credits.
The Urban Institute warns that over 7 million could lose ACA coverage if credits expire, disproportionately impacting Black and Hispanic communities.
Premiums for a couple aged 60 earning $85,000 may rise by $1,500 monthly without these credits.
Congress is under pressure to preserve tax credits, crucial for millions' health insurance affordability.