Healthcare Marketplace opens for special enrollment period

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 has made more people than ever eligible for assistance in paying for health insurance coverage, while those who have already enrolled in a plan through the national Healthcare Marketplace may qualify for extra tax credits.

A special enrollment period is now open until August 15 through healthcare.gov to give existing and new consumers the chance to take advantage of new savings.

Most people who are currently enrolled in a healthcare insurance plan through the Marketplace may qualify for more tax credits. Health insurance premiums are expected to go down tha...