New State Data Show ARPA Increased Affordability and Access for Consumers in State-Based Health Insurance Marketplaces

This blog provides data and key findings that show the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) lowered costs and expanded access to health insurance for over 4.2 million Americans. The expiration of ARPA provisions will lead to significant premium increases for the majority of consumers enrolled in coverage through the state-based marketplaces.

Key findings include:

• Historic enrollment growth
• Substantial affordability support
• Significant increases in SBM enrollment of target populations including communities of color
• Increased purchasing power and financial security