Americans face higher health insurance costs as sign-up period starts, but Congress could still take action

Americans face higher health insurance costs as sign-up period starts, but Congress could still take action

Open enrollment started this weekend, but Congress is still debating a plan to lower costs.

Open enrollment begins on Minnesota's health insurance marketplace — with steeper costs

Officials at MNsure said health insurance premiums for 2026 on the individual market are 22 percent higher on average than in 2025 — and that’s before accounting for the loss of federal tax credits, which could add to the cost.

Covered CA Enrollment Opens Amid Tax Credit Uncertainty

Covered California officials said monthly premiums could rise by an average of 97% for more than 1.7 million residents if the tax credits are not extended.