WV residents could see highest healthcare premium spikes in the nation

WEST VIRGINIA (WVNS) - Democratic Lawmakers have said West Virginia residents could be hit hard by federal changes to healthcare funding.

Affordable Care Act members could see a 387% increase in marketplace premiums, according to the Center for American Progress. The increase will reportedly occur if Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits are allowed to expire in 2026. Democrats said the ongoing shutdown of the federal government is fueled by Republicans’ unwillingness to address these pressing healthcare issues. "That's going to disproportionately affect West Virginians," said Delegate Mike Pushkin, who also serves as the Chair of the West Virginia Democratic Party. "Our small business owners and our independent contractors here in West Virginia are going to see the highest rate increas