ACA Open Enrollment 2026: Rising Premiums and Key Insights

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The 2026 ACA open enrollment begins with the largest cost increases since the law's inception, driven by rising premiums and the expiration of enhanced subsidies, leading many Americans to face higher costs or consider going uninsured. Enrollment runs from Nov. 1 to Jan. 15, with some state variations, and changes in subsidy eligibility may result in fewer people qualifying for financial assistance, potentially increasing the uninsured rate.
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