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Republicans Muscle Trump’s Sweeping Tax Cut, Spending Bill
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – President Donald Trump’s tax-cut legislation cleared its final hurdle in the US Congress on Thursday, as the Republican-controlled House of Representatives narrowly approved a massive package that would fund his domestic agenda and push millions of Americans off health insurance. The 218-214 vote amounts to a significant victory for the Republican president
‘A slap in the face’: Georgia and Arkansas’ Medicaid work rules may preview the road ahead
President Donald Trump is expected Friday to sign into law his sprawling domestic policy bill, which includes nearly $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid, the government health insurance program for low-income and disabled Americans. Dubbed the “big, beautiful bill,” the new legislation will extend Trump’s 2017 tax cuts and make up for them in part
States Brace for Reversal of Obamacare Coverage Gains Under Trump’s Budget Bill
Shorter enrollment periods. More paperwork. Higher premiums. The sweeping tax and spending bill pushed by President Donald Trump includes provisions that would not only reshape people’s experience with the Affordable Care Act but, according to some policy analysts, also sharply undermine the gains in health insurance coverage associated with it. The moves affect consumers and
Health care has been a job market bright spot, but Trump’s budget bill looms over the industry
Proposed cuts to health insurance programs in the budget bill being pushed through Congress by President Donald Trump could put hundreds of thousands of health care jobs at risk — jeopardizing one of the few notably strong areas of the U.S. job market. Congressional Republicans are advancing a budget plan that would cause nearly 8
The Price You Pay for an Obamacare Plan Could Surge Next Year
MIAMI — Josefina Muralles works a part-time overnight shift as a receptionist at a Miami Beach condominium so that during the day she can care for her three kids, her aging mother, and her brother, who is paralyzed. She helps her mother feed, bathe, and give medicine to her adult brother, Rodrigo Muralles, who has
FBI Issues New Warning Over Health Insurance Scams
The FBI has issued an alert about the growing threat of discount medical insurance scams which have resulted in millions of dollars in losses for unsuspecting consumers. Fraudsters typically target individuals seeking more affordable health care plans, and the scams often begin with unsolicited calls, text messages, or emails. Victims are pressured to sign up
Nearly 1 million Americans face losing health insurance as Aetna exits ACA marketplace
Ron Williams, former AETNA Chairman and CEO, testifies before a Senate Finance Committee hearing on uninsured Americans on Capitol Hill in Washington in 2008. File photo UPI/Patrick D. McDermott | License Photo May 4 (UPI) — Nearly a million people in 17 states face losing healthcare coverage after Aetna’s parent company announced it would leave
Medi-Cal Under Threat: Who’s Covered and What Could Be Cut?
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Medi-Cal, California’s complex, $174.6 billion Medicaid program, provides health insurance for nearly 15 million residents with low incomes and disabilities. The state enrolls twice as many people as New York and more than three times as many as Texas — the two states with the largest number of Medicaid participants after California.
Will A Not-At-Fault Accident Affect My Insurance Rate?
Joe & Casey – Insurance Deep Dive Will A Not-At-Fault Accident Affect My Insurance Rate? Source: Mid-Columbia Insurance Not-At-Fault Accidents: Understanding Insurance Rate Impacts When Another Driver Hits Your Car Not-at-fault accidents affect your auto insurance rates based on multiple…
Liability vs Full Coverage Car Insurance
Key takeaways Washington state only requires you to carry minimum liability limits. Full coverage is required by the bank if you lease or have an auto loan. Liability car insurance provides coverage for damages and injuries you cause to someone…
SR-22 Insurance Quotes near Richland WA
Affordable SR-22 Insurance Quotes. The lowest SR-22 Insurance price can be found by checking rates with multiple insurance companies that specialize in high-risk drivers. The easiest way to do that is to call Mid-Columbia Insurance. We represent a number of…
Dairyland Auto Insurance near Yakima WA
High-Risk Auto Insurance Specialists Dairyland Auto Insurance was founded to say yes to drivers when other companies say no. Mid-Columbia Insurance is your authorized Dairyland Insurance agency for Yakima, Washington. Whether you just got your driver’s license, are a high-risk…
Tacoma Museum of Glass
Overview of the Museum The Museum of Glass, located in Tacoma, Washington, is dedicated to the art and history of glass. It houses works from renowned artists, an extensive library, and educational programs related to glass. Visitors can explore ancient…
National General Insurance
Serving policyholders since 1920 National General Insurance, also known as “NatGen,” traces its insurance roots back to 1920, the early days of the automobile. The company was formerly known as GMAC Insurance and was recently acquired by Allstate. Today, through…
Quotes For SR22 Insurance Near Kennewick WA
While often referred to as SR22 insurance, an SR22 is just a form your insurance company files with the state to notify them that you have insurance. Most insurance agencies in Kennewick don’t want to deal with SR22 policies. You…
Broadform Insurance
What Is Broadform Insurance? Broadform insurance, also known as driver’s license insurance, covers you to drive practically any kind of personal use auto instead of insuring particular autos. Broadform Named Operator Insurance is the formal name for what people call…
The General SR22 Insurance
The General Says “Yes” When Others Say “No.” Many insurance companies don’t want to cover drivers who require SR22 insurance. The General specializes in covering high-risk drivers. There is no need to worry if you need an SR22 filing. Mid-Columbia…
How Traffic Tickets Impact Your Insurance Rates
Joe & Casey – Insurance Deep Dive How Traffic Tickets Impact Your Insurance Rates Source: Mid-Columbia Insurance Traffic tickets in Washington directly impact your driving privileges and insurance costs, with citations potentially increasing premiums by $22 monthly for three years….