Healthcare Innovation January 15, 2026
With the expiration of ACA subsidies and a decline in enrollment, lawmakers face uncertainty
Today, Thursday, January 15, was the last day to enroll in Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance plans, as the open enrollment window ended for most people. However, lawmakers have not yet decided how to address the expiring healthcare credits.
So far, enrollment is falling short of last year’s numbers, AP’s Ali Swenson reported, with about 22.8 million Americans signed up, compared with 24 million last year. “ Several enrollees told The Associated Press they have either delayed signing up for coverage or signed up with a plan to cancel as they anxiously watch what’s happening on Capitol Hill.
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