With confusion over SNAP benefits widespread, the congressional gridlock over healthcare tax credits remains at the heart of the ongoing federal government shutdown.

At present, the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits are set to expire at the end of this calendar year. But as of November 1, the ACA pricing marketplace for 2026 benefits has opened.

Michigan League for Public Policy CEO Monique Stanton says projected costs, without tax credits extended, are way up.

“For example, a 60-year-old couple making $82,00 a year in this district would see their premium costs increase by $13,621 per year,” Stanton said.

The Michigan League for Public Policy continues to advocate for the extension of the premium tax credits under the ACA.