January 19, 2012
By: Jana Bell
A report from the White House finds that 28 states are currently taking steps to develop and adopt the health insurance exchanges laid out in the Affordable Care Act.
The exchanges, which are set to open in 2014, are expected to serve as an open marketplace where residents of each state can compare different health insurance rates to find a plan suiting their needs.
"States are taking strong steps to implement health reform," said White House Deputy Chief of Staff Nancy-Ann DeParle. "The Obama administration is working in partnership with state leaders across the country. We will ensure Americans in every state have access to an exchange and the same kinds of insurance choices as members of Congress."
The White House added that the healthcare reform law has already impacted many people, including more than 2.5 million young adults who have gained health insurance coverage.
The future progress of health insurance exchanges will likely hinge on the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on the healthcare reform bill later this year. Several groups say that requiring individuals to purchase health insurance is unconstitutional.
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