Farmers and Health Care Reform: A Challenge and Opportunity for Extension

Authors

Shoshanah Inwood, University of VermontFollow
Bonnie Braun, University of Maryland ExtensionFollow
Alana Knudson, NORC at the University of ChicagoFollow
Jason Parker, University of VermontFollow

Volume

53

Issue

2

DOI

10.34068/joe.53.02.02

Abstract

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) presents both opportunities and challenges for farmers. There is a great deal of variation in how states are implementing the ACA, which creates confusion for individuals and businesses trying to understand and evaluate health insurance options. To assist farmers and farm workers with navigating ACA reforms, Extension can work across program areas and leverage their network of farm technical assistance providers and non-profits to enhance outreach and program efforts. Extension tax schools and wider adoption of the Smart Choice Health Insurance - Farm Families can expand the portfolio of tools available for working with farmers.

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Recommended Citation

Inwood, S., Braun, B., Knudson, A., & Parker, J. (2015). Farmers and Health Care Reform: A Challenge and Opportunity for Extension. The Journal of Extension, 53(2), Article 2. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.53.02.02