Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a key part of the Affordable Care Act, preserving preventive health care coverage that affects around 150 million Americans. The decision came after a challenge claimed that the method for deciding covered services was unconstitutional, as it involved a board not approved by the Senate.
Key Facts
- The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to preserve a key part of the Affordable Care Act.
- The case involved a challenge by Christian employers about preventive health care coverage.
- The challenge argued that the process for determining covered services was unconstitutional.
- A volunteer board of medical experts recommends which services are covered, without Senate approval.
- The court's decision means coverage continues for services like statins, cancer screenings, and HIV prevention medication.
- The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals had previously agreed with the challengers before the Supreme Court ruling.
- The Supreme Court ruling helps maintain coverage for approximately 150 million Americans.
