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234,000 Face Premium Hikes Without ACA Tax Credit Renewal

9/2/2025

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Over 234,000 Bexar County residents could see health care premiums rise in 2026 if ACA tax credits expire.
Part-time workers and small business employees may face average premium increases of $420 annually.
In Colorado, approximately 100,000 individuals may lose coverage if subsidies are not renewed.
State Democrats have approved a $110 million plan to stabilize insurance markets amid rising costs.
There are urgent calls for Congress to renew tax credits to avoid economic strain.

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Over 234,000 Bexar County residents could see health care premiums rise in 2026 if ACA tax credits expire.
Part-time workers and small business employees may face average premium increases of $420 annually.
In Colorado, approximately 100,000 individuals may lose coverage if subsidies are not renewed.
State Democrats have approved a $110 million plan to stabilize insurance markets amid rising costs.
There are urgent calls for Congress to renew tax credits to avoid economic strain.