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Rising Premiums Spark Bipartisan Push to Revive ACA Subsidies

1/3/2026

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The expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies increased premiums for millions of Americans.
Senator Peter Welch highlighted bipartisan efforts to revive subsidies and urged U.S. President Donald Trump to help break the deadlock.
He noted rising costs could pressure Congress to act as families face higher premiums.
Four House Republicans joined Democrats to push a three-year extension of ACA subsidies, as both chambers explore paths to address the issue.

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Story summary

The expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies increased premiums for millions of Americans.
Senator Peter Welch highlighted bipartisan efforts to revive subsidies and urged U.S. President Donald Trump to help break the deadlock.
He noted rising costs could pressure Congress to act as families face higher premiums.
Four House Republicans joined Democrats to push a three-year extension of ACA subsidies, as both chambers explore paths to address the issue.