Congress leaves for holidays without deal to extend health care subsidies: Here's how it affects you

""What people are actually paying for their coverage is set to double,""

""That's where we'll see an average of $500 a month more in cost for those middle-income consumers. And that is a huge increase,""

""Just today, my office talked to a woman whose premiums are going to go up a minimum of $1,000 a month if we don't take action,""

Congress did not extend enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits before the winter recess, allowing the credits to expire December 31. Covered California’s enrollment deadline for 2026 plans passed amid hopes for congressional action that did not materialize. The expiration will significantly raise premiums for many ACA enrollees, with a Kaiser Family Foundation analysis projecting average monthly premiums to increase from about $74 to roughly $158. Middle-income families will face the largest burden, with average increases near $500 per month and some individuals facing increases around $1,000 per month. Bipartisan frustration has been reported over the lack of timely action.

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