healthcare affordability

The party said nearly 100,000 Illinois residents lost or dropped their health insurance after enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits expired. Democrats also pointed to preliminary 2027 insurance filings showing proposed premium increases of at least 15% nationwide. #democrats #republicans #healthcare

Under the program, savings can be reinvested into patient services, workforce development, expanded access to care and other programs addressing health disparities. #pritzker #health #drugpricing

The sharp decline reflects a broader national trend as consumers face increasing health insurance expenses and the end of temporary financial assistance programs. #aca #insurance

Launched in 1992, the 340B program requires drug manufacturers that participate in Medicaid to provide outpatient medications at substantial discounts to providers that serve large numbers of uninsured, underinsured and Medicaid patients. #drugpricing #lawmakers #capitolnewsillinois

Even with major progress on insulin affordability, many people with diabetes struggle under the weight of a costly system.

It's time to correct the course on 340B in Illinois... #340B