URGENT: Congress Inaction Sparks Health Care Crisis for Millions.

Breaking News: Congress Inaction Sparks Health Care Crisis for Millions Congressional inaction is causing a health care crisis for millions of Americans as lawmakers fail to extend subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) shoppers. The subsidies, which have been in place for years, provide extra help paying health insurance premiums. According to a recent KFF poll, about half of current enrollees who are registered to vote fear that a 1,000 dollar increase in their overall health care expenses would have a "major impact" on their voting decisions in next year's midterm elections. The current impasse has left consumers facing sticker shock as they navigate the open enrollment period, which began on November 1st and ends on January 15th. Without an extension of the subsidies, many are bracing for higher premiums, copays, and deductibles. The debate over the subsidies has been ongoing, with Republican leaders, including Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, discussing possible plans to extend the subsidies. However, no concrete decision has been made, leaving consumers in limbo. This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.