What was the primary aim of the Affordable Care Act?

The primary aim of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was to provide more health coverage to more people. This landmark legislation, enacted in 2010, focused on expanding access to health insurance, particularly for individuals who were previously uninsured or underinsured. The ACA introduced measures such as the establishment of health insurance marketplaces, subsidies for low-income individuals to purchase insurance, and the expansion of Medicaid in numerous states. Its goal was to make healthcare more affordable and accessible, thus increasing the overall number of insured individuals in the United States. By enabling more people to obtain health coverage, the ACA sought to improve health outcomes and reduce the financial burden of medical expenses on families.