ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — After the U.S. Senate failed on Thursday to renew 2021 tax credits tied to the Affordable Care Act, Georgians using the subsidies to pay for their health coverage are wondering what to do next.

The credits, which were expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, will revert to their original rate. But for some using them – especially people with health impairments – it may not be enough to cover their costs.

“Insurance for me is a huge relief, as long as I have it,” said Himali Patel, who suffers from multiple autoimmune disorders and has battled cancer.

Patel said the tax credits allowed her to afford her coverage, so while not having insurance isn’t an option for her, she’ll have to find other ways to trim her budget.

“In my world, I don’t really

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