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Statement of ACAP CEO Margaret A. Murray on Open Enrollment and Pending ePTC Expiration
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 31, 2025
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Statement of ACAP CEO Margaret A. Murray on Open Enrollment and Pending ePTC Expiration
WASHINGTON — Margaret A. Murray, CEO of the Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP), issued the following statement as Marketplace Open Enrollment begins amidst the shutdown of the federal government:
“This year’s open enrollment comes as affordable health care as we know it is squarely in the political crosshairs of our nation’s current federal government shutdown.
“At the crux of this fight are enhanced premium tax credits, which since their inception in 2021 have made coverage more affordable for millions nationwide. If ePTCs expire, Marketplace premium costs will skyrocket and disenrollment will spike.
“Millions of consumers are already seeing these higher premium costs as they begin shopping on the Marketplaces. Many will be forced to make a no-win choice between their health needs or other essentials like food and child care. Something’s got to give and unfortunately, hard-working Americans are left to bear the brunt of these higher costs.
“We urge Congress to extend the ePTCs now — and protect millions of Americans’ access to quality, affordable health care. Americans can’t continue to wait for Congress to act.”
About ACAP:
ACAP represents 85 health plans, which collectively provide health coverage to more than 30 million people. Safety Net Health Plans serve their members through Medicaid, Medicare, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), the Marketplace and other publicly-sponsored health programs. For more information, visit communityplans.net.
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