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24.2 Million Enrolled in Health Coverage Amid Aid Boost

1/21/2025

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On January 20, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services celebrated a milestone with 24.2 million consumers enrolled in Marketplace coverage, including 3.9 million newcomers. This surge is largely due to improved financial aid and the Affordable Care Act. Yet, looming expiration of tax credits in 2026 threatens to disrupt this progress for millions.

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Story summary

On January 20, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services celebrated a milestone with 24.2 million consumers enrolled in Marketplace coverage, including 3.9 million newcomers. This surge is largely due to improved financial aid and the Affordable Care Act. Yet, looming expiration of tax credits in 2026 threatens to disrupt this progress for millions.