The Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, had a significant positive impact on health insurance options for divorcing couples by eliminating penalties related to pre-existing conditions. Before the Act, individuals with pre-existing conditions could be denied coverage, making it challenging for divorcing individuals with such conditions to obtain insurance. Obamacare introduced more affordable health coverage options, making it easier for divorcing individuals to secure health insurance even if they had pre-existing conditions.