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The 2008 presidential election brought the issue of health care to the forefront of the nation's consciousness; that is, with exception of the residents of Massachusetts. By the time the presidential primaries came to a close, Massachusetts had already, for more than a year, experienced the growing pains of the landmark decision by lawmakers to make health insurance compulsory.

The Bay Staters' Collective Health Insurance Status

The rollout of mandatory health insurance came on July 1, 2007. At that time, approximately 600,000 residents were without health insurance. A year later, approximately 350,000 gained health care coverage: What about the remaining 250,000 uninsured? A small percentage of these people are exempt because they cannot afford health insurance (even though they are ineligible for subsidies).

Repercussions for Not Having Health Insurance

The rest refuse to get coverage, even if that means a loss of state tax exemption worth $219. While the punishment for resisting coverage is mild in 2008, it will only get worse for those who continue to refuse coverage. In 2009, uninsured Massachusetts residents will lose tax exemption in the amount of half of a monthly insurance premium for every month not covered. By 2009, Massachusetts law requires that everyone have drug coverage.

If you are one of the remaining uninsured Bay Staters, don't incur another day of penalties. Get free health insurance quotes here for the most affordable health insurance coverage in Massachusetts.