How Affordable Care Act subsidies became a sticking point in the government shutdown
(WASHINGTON) -- As the federal government shutdown enters its tenth day, one major health care issue has continued to be a sticking point: insurance subsidies.The Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, or premium tax credits, help lower or eliminate the out-of-pocket cost of monthly premiums for those who purchase insurance through the health insurance marketplace.Eligibility for the subsidies can include factors such as household income and geographic location.The subsidies were part […]