The Affordable Care Act Time Line

INCREASING ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE CARE The Affordable Care Act Becomes Law March 23, 2010 On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act. The law puts in place comprehensive health insurance reforms that will roll out over four years and beyond, with most changes taking place by

2014. Others have already begun. Use this timeline to learn about what's changing and when. Changes to note: $250 Medicare drug cost rebate Expanded coverage for young adults Small business tax credits Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plans