DACA Recipients Gain Affordable Care Act Access

For the first time, DACA recipients, also known as Dreamers, can enroll in healthcare coverage under the Affordable Care Act, impacting approximately 40,000 Californians. Open enrollment begins on November 1, allowing these undocumented immigrants, who have legal status through the DACA program, to access subsidized health plans. Despite this advancement, 18 states are currently suing to halt the initiative, raising concerns about its future. California has seen significant progress in uninsured rates, dropping from 17.5% to 6.4% since the implementation of Covered California. State leaders and advocates emphasize the importance of this healthcare access, especially amid ongoing legal challenges and the impending election. As DACA remains under threat, many urge voters to recognize the critical stakes involved for Dreamers' futures.