US House expands healthcare subsidies but bill faces uphill battle in Senate
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House Passes 3-Year ACA Subsidy Extension Despite GOP Split
Do ACA subsidies waste taxpayer money on a failed system, or do they prevent a coverage crisis for millions of families?
Above: House Democratic leaders after passing an extension of health care subsidies related to Obamacare. Image credit: Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images
The Spin
Democratic narrative
This is a victory for Democrats, especially if the Senate can now pass this subsidy extension, which averts a coverage cliff and prevents premium spikes for millions. Restored aid keeps families insured and reduces costly ER crises across communities. After the Senate takes action, broader reforms should be pursued in order to push toward lower prices and wider coverage.
Republican narrative
The 17 Republicans who sided with Democrats to pass this bill betrayed their voters and should be held accountable. Extending ACA subsidies wastes taxpayer cash and props up a failed law. Big Insurance gets a windfall, patients get fewer choices and real reform gets delayed. Congress should sunset subsidies and pass market-driven fixes like the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act.
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