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House Votes 341-88 for 'Minibus' Spending Package
By Allison BellThe package includes funding for the SEC and the IRS, along with efforts to update Medicare.
January 15, 2026
UnitedHealth Schools Senate Committee on Patient Risk ScoringInvestigators found that the company's health assessment teams spotted ominous signs that patients' own doctors had missed.
January 13, 2026
12 Best States to Raise a Family: 2026These locations combine affordability with safety, jobs and access to quality education, health care and entertainment, research finds.
January 13, 2026
Trump Seems Uncertain About Senate ACA Subsidy Extension BillHe told a reporter he "might" veto an extension bill.
January 12, 2026
10 Healthiest States in America: 2026Researchers used 99 data points, from doctor availability to excessive drinking rates to economic health.
January 09, 2026
House OKs Affordable Care Act subsidy boost extension by 230-196 voteOne question is whether interest in the issue could create openings for retirement or health account legislation.
January 05, 2026
Debate: Should Medicare's Eligibility Age Be Raised to 67?The Republican Study Committee proposal more closely aligns with the eligibility rules governing Social Security claiming.
December 29, 2025
2026 Medicare Outlook: More DisruptionA market veteran expects the turmoil to increase consumer interest in Medicare supplement insurance policies.