Summary
After the end of the government shutdown, Republicans in Congress say they will talk with Democrats about extending health care tax credits that help many Americans pay for insurance. These tax credits are set to expire at the end of the year, and both parties need to agree to keep them going.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown recently ended.
- Republicans and Democrats will discuss possibly extending health care tax credits.
- These tax credits help many Americans with insurance costs.
- The credits will expire at the end of the year unless extended.
- Some Republicans do not want to extend the credits.
- A vote on the issue is expected by mid-December.
- President Trump criticized the Affordable Care Act when signing the bill to reopen the government.
- Democrats hope to negotiate further before the credits expire.
