Research Reports

Looking at the Numbers: 10 Years of Data on the Affordable Care Act Reveal Benefits for Texans

Looking at the Numbers: 10 Years of Data on the Affordable Care Act Reveal Benefits for Texans

An analysis of 10 years of data by EHF’s Shao-Chee Sim and Baker Institute’s Elena Marks reveals that the ACA marketplace has helped significantly reduce the number of uninsured Texans.

Key highlights drawn from the research include:

  1. Texans want and will buy affordable health insurance.

  2. We have an opportunity to enroll more Texans in ACA marketplace plans.

  3. Texas policymakers should recognize the value of the ACA and work to maximize its impact