US lawmakers move closer to reopening federal government

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

61% : "For over a month, I've made clear that my priorities are to both reopen government and extend the ACA enhanced premium tax credits.
58% : " Health experts estimate that, without congressional action, average monthly premiums for 2026 Obamacare plans could more than double.
57% : These subsidies, which help low-income Americans pay for private health insurance, are set to expire at the end of the year and have been a key Democratic priority.
54% : As part of the agreement, Republicans reached a deal with several Democrats to hold a December vote on extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
53% : The legislation guarantees back pay for all federal workers, including members of the military, Border Patrol agents, and air traffic controllers -- a significant concession for unions representing federal employees.
52% : The current ACA enrollment period runs through January 15, giving lawmakers a narrow window to extend the subsidies before they expire at year's end.
19% : Meanwhile, Trump renewed his push to replace ACA subsidies with direct payments to individuals, calling the subsidies a "windfall for Health Insurance Companies, and a DISASTER for the American people."

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