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2 Million Americans Risk Losing Insurance as Subsidies End

9/26/2025

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Sylvester Faces Premium Hike

Victoria Sylvester of Michigan could see her premium rise from $0 to $1,500 as subsidies expire.
Expiring premium tax credits could leave about 2 million more Americans uninsured by 2034, with marketplace costs rising over 75%.
Small business owner Kyle LaFond worries subsidies ending will force staff cuts as open enrollment begins November 1.

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Julie’s Premium Dilemma

Julie Morringello, a rural Maine artist, could see her Obamacare premium double next year if subsidies aren’t extended.
She currently pays $460 monthly for Obamacare and relies on government subsidies.
Morringello, 58, has a cancer history and cannot forgo insurance for herself and her 14-year-old daughter.
Most ACA enrollees still benefit from 2021-expanded tax credits under President Biden.

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Sylvester Faces Premium Hike

Victoria Sylvester of Michigan could see her premium rise from $0 to $1,500 as subsidies expire.
Expiring premium tax credits could leave about 2 million more Americans uninsured by 2034, with marketplace costs rising over 75%.
Small business owner Kyle LaFond worries subsidies ending will force staff cuts as open enrollment begins November 1.

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