The IRS and Treasury announced proposed rules to tighten eligibility for the Premium Tax Credit (PTC), which helps pay for health insurance bought through government exchanges. Starting in 2027, the changes aim to limit the credit to U.S. citizens, nationals, and certain legally present immigrants by adding stricter verification steps.
The rules also aim to prevent fraud by closing gaps in how eligibility is checked, especially for advance payments of the credit. These updates follow earlier efforts to remove ineligible enrollees from health programs.
Who it affects: Affects individuals and families who use the Premium Tax Credit to help pay for health insurance.
Source: IRS — Treasury and IRS move to protect health care benefits for eligible Americans
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