GOP Senators Pitch Health Plans Ahead of Obamacare Subsidy Vote

Republicans dash to finish health care solutions ahead of an expected vote on extending Obamacare enhanced subsidies, favored by Democrats.

Senate Finance Committee Chairman Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) at a hearing at the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington on March 25, 2025. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

Republican senators introduced a pair of health care plans aimed at reducing federal spending and driving down the cost of health insurance.

The Dec. 8 announcements were made three days ahead of a Senate vote on a measure promoted by Democrats that would extend the expiring enhanced premium tax credits for Obamacare plans.