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Health insurance premiums expected to rise significantly as open enrollment approaches

Recent data from KFF shows insurers offering Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans could increase premiums by around 18% for 2026. Read More

California’s health insurance marketplace braces for chaos as shutdown persists

California plans to notify Affordable Care Act marketplace enrollees that their costs could rise sharply next year unless Congress extends subsidies to help people buy health insurance. Read More

Health insurance sticker shock begins as shutdown battle over subsidies rages

Many states have shown rising premiums ahead of open enrollment for Affordable Care Act plans. The government shutdown is driven by Democrats and Republicans being far apart on the issue of extended ... Read More

Covered California enrollees could see health care costs rise without congressional action

As the government shutdown enters the second week, how much you pay for health care is at the center of the debate. If you get your health insurance through Covered California, be prepared to see your ... Read More

Get Ready for Higher Health Insurance Premiums Next Year

Employers say they are facing the biggest increase in health costs in more than a decade — almost 9 percent on average. Workers’ best option, experts say, is to carefully weigh various plans. By Ann ... Read More

Health insurance rates to sharply increase in 2026 for many Minnesotans

The Minnesota Department of Commerce on Wednesday announced the anticipated increase in health insurance rates for 2026 — a driving factor in the federal government shutdown that began at midnight. Read More