Was Live Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 | 11am PST
Guest Speakers
- Tomas Bednar, Senior Vice President & Counsel, Healthsperien LLC
- Amber Christ, Managing Director for Health Advocacy, Justice in Aging
- Sophia Tripoli, Senior Director, Health Policy, Families USA
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Event Overview
2026 brings sweeping changes to health care access in the US, driven by a mix of new rules, budget law changes, and Medicare/Medicaid reforms. Without enhanced premium tax credits, American consumers who buy health care through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could see their monthly premiums jump by over 70%.
Analysts note a $45 billion cut to the Medicare budget next year, amounting to $536 billion over the next decade. HR1 – also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill – strips $911 billion from the Medicaid budget over the next 10 years, and adds new work requirements, which many current recipients may not be able to meet. As well, the Trump Administration has re-imposed the public charge rule, adding fear for eligible recipients who may not apply for benefits to which they are entitled.
Speakers this week will unpack the massive changes in health care costs for 2026 and beyond, and offer perspective on creating a more equitable and affordable healthcare structure.
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