House Passes ACA Subsidy Extension, But Senate Fate Uncertain

The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a three-year extension for Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. The subsidies help lower the cost of health insurance for millions of Americans. The extension is expected to pass the House. However, its future in the Senate is unclear. A separate, bipartisan group of senators says it is close to a compromise deal. The details of that potential Senate agreement are not yet public. This means the House bill may not become law. Instead, it could be replaced by a different version from the Senate. The outcome will determine if the current subsidy rates, which were increased last year, will continue.