human
I've heard rumors about the new health care plan. What is it all about?
assistant
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was signed into law in 2010 and has been a major focus of debate since then. It aims to provide affordable access to health insurance for all Americans, including those who are uninsured or underinsured. The ACA requires that most individuals have health insurance coverage starting in 2014, with some exceptions such as members of certain religious groups. In addition, the ACA also provides subsidies to help people purchase private health insurance plans if they meet certain income guidelines.