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ACA Subsidy Deadline Looms, GOP Divided on Solutions

12/1/2025

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Story summary

With 30 days remaining until ACA subsidies expire, Senate Republicans have not reached a consensus on a plan.
Senators Rick Scott and Bill Cassidy have offered proposals, but a unified Senate position remains absent.
The House GOP, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, opposes extending the subsidies, complicating negotiations.
Critics warn that failing to win Democratic support could raise premiums for millions and hurt the GOP's prospects.

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Story summary

With 30 days remaining until ACA subsidies expire, Senate Republicans have not reached a consensus on a plan.
Senators Rick Scott and Bill Cassidy have offered proposals, but a unified Senate position remains absent.
The House GOP, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, opposes extending the subsidies, complicating negotiations.
Critics warn that failing to win Democratic support could raise premiums for millions and hurt the GOP's prospects.