Congressman Nick Langworthy is declining to commit to voting for an extension of Affordable Care Act enhanced subsidies. Senate Majority Leader John Thune promised Democrats a floor vote on an extension of the tax credits will occur in December, … [Read more...]
Families Of Four Using ACA Health Insurance Could See 20% Increase In Premiums In 2026
A Chautauqua County family of four using the Affordable Care Act health insurance could see a 20% increase in premiums in 2026 if insurance subsidies aren’t extended. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) is calling on Republicans to extend the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chuck Schumer – September 18, 2025
U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer is demanding action to extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits that are set to expire this month that he says will raise healthcare costs for thousands of New Yorkers. … [Read more...]
Healthcare Premiums Could Rise 38% A Month In NYS If Affordable Care Act Tax Credits Not Extended
Residents in New York State could see healthcare premiums go up an average of 38% a month if Congress does not extend Affordable Care Act tax credits that are set to expire this month. U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer said in Western New York, the … [Read more...]
County Hospitals Could Lose $13.4 Million, More Than 35k Could Lose Health Insurance Under GOP Tax Bill
Chautauqua County hospitals could lose $13.4 million and 35,672 Chautauqua County residents could lose health insurance coverage under the proposed tax bill moving through Congress. The House is planning to vote, possibly today, on the legislation … [Read more...]
Nearly 300 Protest Trump in Jamestown
Nearly 300 people in Jamestown joined millions of people across the United States Saturday as part of 1,200 protests against the way President Donald Trump is running the country. The rally held by the Jamestown Justice Coalition at Dow Park … [Read more...]
Students, Senior Citizens Encouraged To Get New COVID-19 Vaccine
Kids going back to school and senior citizens are being encouraged to get the new COVID-19 vaccine that's now available in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul is encouraging all eligible New Yorkers — especially those who are 65 and older, are … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Says Hospitalizations Due to COVID-19 Have Increased
Governor Kathy Hochul has provided New Yorkers an update on COVID-19 as new variants contribute to increases in hospitalizations in parts of New York State and around the country. Hochul said hospitalizations have increased compared to the same … [Read more...]
Hearing on Single-Player Health Care Held in Albany
ALBANY - A bill to create a single-payer health care system in New York may finally stand a chance now that Democrats have control of both houses. At a lengthy, packed joint-hearing on the proposed New York Health Act held Tuesday in Albany, the … [Read more...]
Despite Criticism, Reed Touts GOP Tax Reform Plan as an Economic Boon for All Americans
WASHINGTON - The first major federal tax overhaul in more than three decades has been approved by congress and now awaits the signature of the president. After clearing the House and Senate, the GOP’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is on its way to the … [Read more...]
