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House Energy and Commerce debate over keeping ACA premium tax credits intensifies; amendment withdrawn
Summary
Representatives across the aisle debated a proposed amendment to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits ahead of fall open enrollment. The amendment was offered, drew extensive debate from members on both sides of the aisle and was withdrawn before a vote.
Representative Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) offered an amendment to HR 2493 during the Energy and Commerce Committee markup that would have permanently extended the enhanced premium tax credits created during recent COVID-era relief measures.
The amendment drew extended floor debate from members across the committee. "There is still time for the Congress to help the families and small business owners we represent back home," Castor said, arguing companies and families face higher premiums if Congress does not act in time for November open enrollment. Ranking Member Frank Pallone (D-N.J.) and a string of…
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