Broker Regulation

Facing an end-of-the-month deadline, the U.S. government is increasing efforts to enroll millions more Americans into Obamacare, including appeals from President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle.

A House panel could set rules for consideration of H.R. 4118 Wednesday.

Federal analysts had to estimate what the law did to January services purchases.

The House Budget chairman will spell out an alternative plan in his budget expected later this month.

Consumer spending in the United States climbed more than forecast in January, reflecting the biggest increase in services in over 12 years as Americans began to enroll for the Obama administrations health care program.

The uncertainty over the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is taking a heavy toll on carriers.