Bipartisan Scholars, Economists, Public Health Experts, Hospital and Provider Associations, Patient Groups, Counties, Cities and More Support Coalition of 21 Attorneys General in Fight to Protect the Affordable Care Act
"For the past nine years, millions of Americans have relied on the Affordable Care Act for their everyday medical needs - from accessing prescription drugs to visiting a doctor. We cannot and, unlike others, will not turn our backs on them," said Attorney General Becerra. "Before the ACA, 133 million Americans faced barriers to coverage because of a pre-existing condition like diabetes or pregnancy -- yes, pregnancy. Knowing this,
If affirmed, the district court's decision would affect nearly every American, including:
* 133 million Americans, including 17 million kids, with pre-existing health conditions.
* Young adults under 26 years of age, who are covered under a parent's health plan.
* More than 12 million Americans who received coverage through Medicaid
expansion.
* 12 million seniors who receive a Medicare benefit to afford prescription drugs.
* Working families who rely on tax credits and employer-sponsored plans to afford insurance.
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