03/23/2026
Today marks the 16th anniversary of President Barack Obama signing the Affordable Care Act!
For more than a decade and a half, the ACA has helped millions of Americans get coverage they can count on, protected people with pre‑existing conditions, and expanded access to preventive care that keeps our community healthier and stronger. Over the last 16 years I have heard from countless Michiganders who were finally able to afford checkups, small business owners who gained peace of mind, and parents who no longer worry about their children aging off their insurance.
And that is why when I took office in 2023, I made it one of my top priorities to enshrine the ACA into Michigan Law. I was proud to work with Gov. Whitmer and my collogues in the House to pass a bill package that did just that. My bill, HB 4620 (Now Public Act 157 of 2023) made it illegal for insurance companies to deny coverage based on pre-existing conditions. Thank you Gov. Whitmer for your support and Representatives John Fitzerald, Julie Rodgers, Reggie Miller, and Matt Koleszar for your partnership. Together, we’ve taken meaningful steps to protect the health and dignity of every person who calls Michigan home. As we celebrate 16 years of the ACA, I’m committed to continuing this work and ensuring that access to quality, affordable healthcare remains a right for everyone in our state.
