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How would the removal of the $0 deductibles affect insurance coverage?
The Congress increased the generosity of the tax credit for premiums in 2021, but it is debated to extend it beyond its expiration in 2025. If the $0 premium credit is eliminated, it is estimated that 3.8 million would lose coverage, saving the government $35 billion annually. Lawmakers consider keeping the enhanced credits but with a minimum premium to avoid $0 premiums, it would affect 430,000 people and reduce federal costs by $3 billion. Research indicates that requiring even a minimum premium significantly affects insurance enrollment.
October 8, 2025