I’m reaching out from D.C. with some good news:
Yesterday, the House passed legislation to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for three more years!
Since January 1, millions of people have seen their health insurance premiums skyrocket because Republicans failed to renew these subsidies before they expired on December 31.
Passing this legislation is a major step toward protecting the lifesaving care people depend on. The voices of folks in Delaware and across the country made this possible. That momentum helped push a few of my Republican colleagues to join us in doing the right thing.
Extending these tax credits is one piece of the puzzle in ensuring that people can get the care they need.
I ran for office because of my experience as a caregiver to my husband Andy when he battled terminal cancer. Despite losing his life, we knew how lucky we were to have health insurance. But no one’s access to care should depend on luck.
That’s why I was proud to vote for this bill, legislation that will keep costs down and help families stay covered. And it’s why, as long as there is air in my lungs, I will fight to make universal healthcare a reality for every person.
Let’s keep going,
Sarah McBride
