Tracking the Health Care Cost Crisis
and Federal Government Shutdown

News, reports, analysis and personal stories from across the country as Americans face massive premium hikes starting November 1.

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Senate GOP deeply divided over next steps on rising health care costs – The Hill
Congress’ Obamacare subsidy vote could set off state scramble – Politico
Meet the Newly Uninsured – Vox
Are health insurance premiums skyrocketing where you live in Pa.? Here’s why – PennLive
National Institutes of Health staffer put on nondisciplinary leave after criticizing NIH politicization – The Hill
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands – The New Yorker
Food stamps are back, but millions will soon lose benefits permanently – Politico
Senators distance themselves from controversial payout provision – Politico
Senate payout provision defies typical legal concepts, experts say – Roll Call
The Shutdown Is Over. But for Federal Workers, the Anxiety Persists. – NYTimes

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Analysis

Key Reports on the Shutdown

Explainer: Understanding the SNAP program—and what cuts to these benefits may mean — Harvard Kennedy School
ACA Premium Spikes Will Derail Disabled People’s Careers – Center on American Progress
Health Insurance Premium Spikes Imminent as Tax Credit Enhancements Set to Expire – CBPP
Congress’ Failure To Extend Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Will Greatly Increase Health Insurance Costs for Small-Business People – Center on American Progress
Survey: As Shutdown Continues, 87% of Small Business Owners Want ACA Tax Credits Made Permanent – Small Business for America’s Future
Trump Administration Is Legally Required to Provide SNAP in Shutdown, Contrary to Its Claims — CBPP
Impacts from October 2025 Shutdown RIFs — Data Foundation

How will the shutdown end?

A bipartisan budget is needed to stop health insurance premiums from increasing by 114 percent, on average, for more than 20 million Americans.

A bipartisan budget is needed that cannot be undone with a partisan vote.

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