As ACA subsidies expire, thousands of Missourians drop coverage or downgrade plans

By: Meg Cunningham

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: February 3, 2026

Words: 1,336

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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As small-business owners, Sonya Andrews and her husband are used to uncertainty.

Sonya runs a business offering graphic and web design services, while her husband is a commercial photographer. They also own a studio in Kansas City’s West Bottoms and have one employee who works remotely from Florida.

Every month is different for them when it comes to business. But this year, they’re feeling more pressure, thanks to the expiration of the enhanced premium tax …

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