Stop the Steal: Save Your Healthcare

Graphic with a dark blue background. At the top left is the Nevada state outline with the text “Congressman Steven Horsford Serving the 4th District of Nevada.” Large white text reads “Government Shutdown,” followed by large orange and white text: “Stop the Steal: Save Our Healthcare.” Below, smaller white text explains that government funding expired at midnight on September 30, 2025, after Congressional Republicans walked away from negotiations. It states Speaker Mike Johnson chose to shut down the govern

Government funding expired at midnight on September 30, 2025. Instead of negotiating to keep the government open, Congressional Republicans walked away and refused to come to the table. Speaker Mike Johnson would rather shut down the government than work with Leader Jeffries and Congressional Democrats to protect your health care. There’s been a lot of misinformation about the shutdown, but the reality is clear: Republicans hold the power in Washington, and this is their crisis.

What’s this all about? When Republicans passed their so-called Big Ugly Law, they sparked a health care crisis by slashing $1 trillion from Medicaid, $536 billion from Medicare, and refusing to extend critical tax credits for the health care marketplace – known in Nevada as Nevada Health Link. These devastating cuts are expected to force hospital closures, drive up costs, and hit Nevadans the hardest.

In Nevada’s 4th District alone, nearly 29,000 people stand to lose their health care coverage because of this Republican health care crisis. Additionally, 17,000 Nevadans who rely on Nevada Health Link will face steep premium increases if the Advanced Premium Tax Credit expires.

To put it in perspective, a 60-year-old couple earning $82,800 annually could see their premiums rise by over $12,500 – a staggering 181 percent increase. For a family of four earning $64,000 could see premiums jump by more than $2,500, or 191 percent. Even families making $129,800 would see their costs climb by over $5,000, a 47 percent increase.

As this shutdown unfolds, my team and I remain committed to fighting misinformation and keeping Nevadans informed. Visit our FAQ page (linked below) for answers to common questions and to see how I’m working to protect you and your health care.

Your voice matters - now more than ever. It’s important for me to hear from you. Share your story with me and tell me how this shutdown is impacting you. Click here to access my feedback portal.

Government Shutdown FAQs

There are many questions about the Republican shutdown. I’m here to provide clarity. My team put together answers to the most common questions we’ve received so you can better understand how this shutdown affects you.[Click Here]

If you don’t see your question listed, please contact my office.

Legislation I'm Leading & Supporting

As Republicans force a government shutdown and refuse to stand with federal employees, I’m working to protect the American people through this difficult time. I know many are scared and uncertain, but I want you to know I am fighting for you.Click here to see the legislation I’m advancing to safeguard your healthcare, jobs, and future.

Watch My Fight

Throughout this shutdown, I am committed to making sure the voices of Nevadans are heard loud and clear. From protecting access to healthcare to standing up for federal workers and families who rely on critical programs, I am fighting every day to put people first.

This playlist brings together all of my updates, speeches, and legislative actions so you can see exactly how I am working on your behalf during this challenging time.Click here to follow along and stay informed about the work we are doing to protect our communities.