Why is Latin a dead language? PrintEmailSave. A language is called a dead language when it is no longer spoken by people as their main language. In contrast to extinct languages that cease to have any speakers, dead languages may continue to be used in legal, scientific and religious fields.
Obamacare was passed by Congress on March 21, 2010, and signed into federal law by President Barack Obama on March 23. This law furthers the process of socializing the United States health care system, which began with Medicare.
Affordable Care Act history. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was signed into law by President Obama in March 2010. Its major provisions go into effect in Jan. 1, 2014, although significant changes went into effect before that date and will continue in years to come. The Act affirms âthe core principle that everybody should have some basic security when it comes to their health care,â Obama said at the signing.