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Biden administration says 100,000 new immigrants expected to sign up for Obamacare
Dreamers can access Obamacare in 2025 under a new directive from the Biden administration. 100,000 immigrants are expected to enroll.
By  Estefanía Cerda
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Biden administration says 100,000 new immigrants expected to sign up for Obamacare

Posted on05/08/24 at 11:11

  • Dreamers can access Obamacare in 2025.
  • 100,000 immigrants are expected to enroll in ACA plans.
  • The Biden administration issued a new directive.

According to a new directive from the Biden administration, more than 100,000 immigrants are expected to enroll in health insurance.

Undocumented ‘Dreamers,’ who came to the United States as children, will be eligible for tax breaks.

They are expected to enroll in health insurance under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also called ‘Obamacare,’ next year.

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Dreamers can access Obamacare in 2025

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This measure, announced on Friday, May 3, means Dreamers can access Obamacare tax breaks.

They will be able to sign up for health insurance on the Affordable Care Act marketplace on November 1.

Initially, it was proposed that they should enroll in Medicaid, a health insurance program for low-income people.

However, members of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program are now eligible for ACA plans.

The Biden administration hopes to improve the health and well-being of DACA participants

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This measure aims to improve the health and well-being of immigrants, many of whom have postponed medical care due to lack of coverage.

Biden’s announcement, which comes before the presidential election, has generated various reactions.

While it may strengthen his position among Latinos, it has also sparked criticism among conservatives regarding the president’s border and immigration policies.

Xavier Becerra, the country’s top health official, highlighted the importance of this measure to improve the health and well-being of immigrants and strengthen the national economy.

Biden’s effort to protect DACA participants

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The federal government’s decision expands eligibility to enroll in the exchange, changing the definition of «lawfully present» to include DACA participants.

This movement adds to Biden’s efforts to protect the DACA program, says The Associated Press.

However, Vice President Kamala Harris has emphasized the need for permanent action by Congress to ensure lasting protections for Dreamers.

On the other hand, Karoline Leavitt, spokesperson for Trump’s campaign, criticized the decision to allow DACA participants access to Obamacare.