Voters in swing states broadly back proposals to cut health costs
A University of Maryland poll finds that voters in competitive states and districts overwhelmingly support measures to expand health coverage and lower drug prices, regardless of party.
New polling by the University of Maryland, shared with CQ one outlet, reveals that voters in key swing states and districts largely endorse federal actions to make health care more affordable. Over 19,000 adults surveyed backed proposals like capping drug prices at levels paid abroad, restoring the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits, and lowering the Medicare eligibility age to 55. A majority from both parties also favored a government-run health insurance plan open to anyone.
Respondents showed strong support for permitting the government to bypass patents on drugs developed with federal money when prices are excessive, and for a $13 billion boost to substance-abuse treatment. Director Steven Kull said the findings signal growing comfort with government involvement as health expenses rise. The poll arrives as both parties emphasize health-care affordability ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
Why it matters
The findings show bipartisan voter appetite for major federal health-care reforms before the 2026 midterms.
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