Why Am I Being Forced To Buy Health Insurance? 
You are being forced to buy health insurance since the Affordable Care Act -LRB- also known as Obamacare -RRB- was written and is now law . individuals and families must purchase credible health insurance or they will face a tax penalty . This tax will continue to increase each year in an effort to force Americans to buy healthcare . Federal tax subsidies could reduce premiums , if you qualify . 