Summary
A group of U.S. senators is trying to come up with a plan to address rising health care costs. They have about three weeks to finalize a proposal that could get enough support from both Republicans and Democrats. The effort focuses on renewing healthcare subsidies and other changes to make health care more affordable.
Key Facts
- Senator Bernie Moreno from Ohio is leading the effort to find a health care solution.
- The goal is to reinstate enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies for two years.
- The plan would adjust premiums and could allow subsidies to be used in different ways.
- The proposal aims to attract support from 35 Senate Republicans.
- The group is considering penalties for insurance companies that wrongfully enroll individuals.
- Talks involve reducing government costs and potentially lowering premiums by 11%.
- There is ongoing debate over funding abortions, specifically concerning the Hyde Amendment.
- President Trump has encouraged Republicans to be flexible on health care issues.
