North Carolina Approves Up to 36% ACA Premium Hikes for 2026

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North Carolina has approved premium increases for ACA marketplace plans ranging from 12.66% to 36.40% for 2026, amid ongoing debates over federal subsidies and rising healthcare costs, which could lead to significant sticker shock and coverage drop-offs for many residents.
- NC approves ACA premium hikes up to 36%, leaving many to face ‘sticker shock’ Raleigh News & Observer
- Obamacare Prices Become Public, Highlighting Big Increases The New York Times
- Average out-of-pocket costs for ObamaCare premiums expected to more than double: Report The Hill
- Americans Are Getting a Look at Next Year’s ACA Premiums and Many Don’t Like It - WSJ The Wall Street Journal
- Obamacare enrollees get first look at 2026 prices as premiums soar CNN
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