Summary
The new deal to end the U.S. government shutdown does not address the expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits, which help reduce health insurance costs for many Americans. These credits will expire at the end of the year if Congress does not act. The Senate plans to vote on the issue in December, but it is unclear if the House will do the same.
Key Facts
- A new government shutdown deal was reached but does not address expiring health subsidies.
- The Affordable Care Act tax credits help lower health insurance costs for millions.
- These tax credits will expire at the end of the year if Congress does not extend them.
- Senate Republicans and some Democrats agreed to a December vote on the credits.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson has not agreed to hold a similar vote in the House.
- Some Democrats have proposed temporary extensions to keep the subsidies going.
- There is no agreement from Republican leaders on these temporary measures.
