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Castor warns of steep health care cost increase

U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) and Protect Our Care are highlighting concerns about the potential impact of federal health care funding cuts on Florida families. With nearly five million Floridians purchasing insurance on their own due to limited Medicaid eligibility, residents in Pinellas County could face significant premium increases if tax credits are reduced or eliminated. National estimates project premiums could more than double for millions of Americans, with millions more losing coverage entirely. Castor is urging Congress to address these issues to avoid steep cost increases for families across Tampa Bay and beyond.

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