Houses passes ACA subsidies; fate of bill murky in Senate
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Key Points:
- The House passed a three-year extension of Obamacare subsidies with a 230-196 vote, including support from 17 Republicans and all Democrats, sending the bill to the Senate where it faces challenges.
- Enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, which expired at the end of 2025, had previously contributed to the longest government shutdown and caused premium increases for millions on ACA marketplaces.
- The Senate rejected a similar extension in December, and a bipartisan group is negotiating a compromise for a two-year extension, with key issues including the Hyde Amendment on federal abortion funding.
- Some GOP senators are reportedly open to maintaining the Hyde Amendment as is, despite President Trump urging flexibility, while Republican opposition remains strong in the Senate.
