(Radio Iowa) – The health care bill passed by House Republicans includes provisions for cost-sharing reductions, Association Health Plans, and transparency around pharmacy benefit managers. It does not include a provision for Health Savings accounts but Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says it isn’t done yet.  “I think there is more to do here, and that’s exactly what we’re going to be doing in the House come 2026 so I’ll continue working on bipartisan solutions here that protect consumer choice, which is exactly what H-S-As help to do,” Hinson says. The bill does not include an extension of enhanced premium tax credits that Democrats have been fighting for.

Hinson represents the Second District and says expanding H-S-As will be a top priority for the new year.  “We have to continue working to lower premiums and health care costs for American families, provide families with more flexibility. So, I would say this week’s vote was a good step to lowering those health care costs,” she says.

Republicans says giving people money directly to put in H-S-A’s is a better solution than the tax credits.