Summary
House Speaker Mike Johnson decided against voting on extending additional financial assistance for people buying health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. This decision means that around 20 million Americans might see higher insurance costs soon.
Key Facts
- House Speaker Mike Johnson will not hold a vote on extending extra subsidies.
- These subsidies help people buying insurance through the Affordable Care Act.
- The additional subsidies are set to end at the month's conclusion.
- Without the extension, insurance costs will rise significantly.
- Around 20 million Americans will be affected by this change.
- Alternatives to continuing the subsidies are being discussed.
