Washtenaw Health Project sees drop in ACA enrollment

Local nonprofit reports decline in healthcare marketplace sign-ups

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

The Washtenaw Health Project, a nonprofit organization that helps Washtenaw County residents enroll in healthcare insurance, is reporting a decline in Affordable Care Act (ACA) healthcare marketplace sign-ups this year compared to previous years.

Why it matters

The ACA marketplace provides affordable health insurance options for many Americans, so a drop in enrollment could mean fewer people have access to quality, affordable healthcare in the Washtenaw County area.

The details

According to the Washtenaw Health Project, they spent just as much time this year helping people understand their healthcare options, but saw fewer people actually enroll in ACA plans compared to prior years. The reasons for the decline in enrollment are not entirely clear, but could be related to economic factors or changes in federal healthcare policies.

  • The Washtenaw Health Project released its enrollment data on February 19, 2026.

The players

Washtenaw Health Project

A local nonprofit organization that assists Washtenaw County residents with enrolling in healthcare insurance.

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The takeaway

The decline in ACA marketplace enrollment reported by the Washtenaw Health Project raises concerns about access to affordable healthcare in the region, and highlights the need to understand the underlying factors driving this trend in order to ensure all residents have the coverage they need.