Positive Externalities

Due to the expansion of coverage granted by the individual mandate, there are also many benefits that occurred for the labor market and the macroeconomy. These benefits include having healthier workers, more productive workers, a reduction in job lock, and a better macroeconomic performance.4 These are all considered positive externalities. Positive externalities are associated with under consumption in a market economy, and benefit the whole community. No one is excluded from reaping the benefits of these positive externalities caused by the individual mandate.2 With the improvement of access to care, the ACA is helping people live longer and healthier lives. People will miss fewer days or work, are less likely to become disabled, and will