The controversial individual mandate is deemed constitutional as a tax matter . Solo entrepreneurs and small businesses can shop for less expensive insurance through the exchanges in each state . Americans must have health care coverage -- or pay fines . The ruling will continue to play a role this year 's presidential election . The law will give more Americans access to preventive care .
The controversial individual mandate is deemed constitutional as a tax matter . Americans must have health care coverage -- or pay fines . The ruling will continue to play a role this year 's presidential election . The law will give more Americans access to preventive care .