All Flashcards
Purpose of Affordable Care Act?
To expand health insurance coverage, improve healthcare quality, and reduce healthcare costs.
Purpose of Clean Power Plan?
To reduce carbon emissions from power plants and combat climate change.
Impact of the ACA?
Expanded health insurance coverage to millions, but faced political and legal challenges.
Role of the Congress?
Legislative branch; enacts laws, controls the budget, and oversees the executive branch.
Role of the President?
Head of the executive branch; enforces laws, manages federal agencies, and sets policy goals.
Role of the Supreme Court?
Judicial branch; interprets laws, resolves disputes, and ensures laws are constitutional.
Role of OIRA?
Reviews and coordinates federal regulations to ensure effectiveness and alignment with presidential goals.