Durbin, Schakowsky, Quigley Urge Illinoisans to Get Covered Before ACA Enrollment Deadline

Statement

With an important Affordable Care Act deadline less than two weeks away, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (D-IL-09) and Mike Quigley (D-IL-05), and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Region V Director Kathleen Falk today urged the remaining uninsured and those wishing to re-enroll to take action before the December 15th deadline in order to get health care coverage that starts in January.

Open enrollment for 2016 coverage runs from November 1, 2015 to January 31, 2016, but for coverage to start January 1, people must sign up by December 15th. Illinoisans can enroll by visiting GetCoveredIllinois.gov, calling 866-311-1119 or attending upcoming local events where trained professionals will be offering free and confidential assistance.

"The Affordable Care Act has addressed some of the most glaring gaps in America's healthcare system. It helps Illinoisans who are self-employed, starting a business, between jobs, or recently out of school get the health care security they deserve," Durbin said. "Picking the right health insurance for you and your family can be difficult. But it isn't impossible, and there are people to help you. I'm happy to be here today to encourage people in Illinois to take advantage of all the ACA has to offer and sign up now for affordable health care coverage for next year."

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