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Understanding the Affordable Care Act
On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Affordable Care Act. The law puts into place comprehensive health insurance reforms that will hold insurance companies more accountable and will lower health care costs, guarantee more health care choices, and enhance the quality of health care for all Americans.
The Act will not be implemented all at once. Portions of the law have already taken effect. Other changes will be implemented through 2014 and beyond. To track our progress, return to this site regularly for the latest updates.
For more on the Affordable Care Act, watch the video.
SENIORS
Strengthening Medicare
The new law extends the life of the Medicare Trust fund at least 12 years, and takes other actions to secure the program.
GROUPS AND ISSUES
Reducing Health Disparities
The Affordable Care Act will help reduce health disparities in low-income, minority and other populations.
INSURANCE COMPANY ACCOUNTABILITY
Reviewing Premium Hikes
New grants will help states hold insurance companies accountable for rate increases. Learn about the national program, or find out how your state will use its grant money.
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