Key Republican negotiator details bipartisan Obamacare fix as abortion dispute remains sticking point A bipartisan group of senators is close to finalizing a plan to address rising healthcare costs, with a two-year temporary fix proposed. The plan includes extending Obamacare premium subsidies, modifying enrollment periods, and implementing fraud prevention measures. However, a significant obstacle remains regarding taxpayer-funded abortions, specifically the Hyde Amendment, creating a divide between Republican and Democratic senators.
- A bipartisan Senate working group is nearing a deal on healthcare costs.
- The plan is a temporary, two-year fix.
- It proposes extending Obamacare premium subsidies and prolonging the open enrollment period.
- An income cap of 700% of the federal poverty level and minimum premium payments would be introduced in the first year.
- In the second year, individuals could choose between subsidies or health savings accounts (HSAs).
- The plan includes reinstating cost-sharing reduction payments to lower premiums.
- A major sticking point is the Hyde Amendment, concerning taxpayer-funded abortions.