Which act aims to include access to healthcare for underprivileged groups in social work practice?

The Affordable Care Act is designed to expand access to healthcare, particularly for those in underprivileged groups, making it integral to social work practice. It aims to reduce the number of uninsured individuals and eliminate barriers to care by implementing measures such as the expansion of Medicaid and the creation of health insurance marketplaces. This act supports social workers in their efforts to advocate for health equity, allowing them to assist clients in navigating health services more effectively and ensuring that vulnerable populations receive necessary medical care.

In contrast, while the Social Security Act provides financial assistance and the Rehabilitation Act focuses on supporting individuals with disabilities, these acts do not specifically target healthcare access in the same comprehensive manner as the Affordable Care Act. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act primarily focuses on tax policy and does not have a direct impact on health services for underprivileged groups. Thus, the Affordable Care Act stands out as the law that most directly addresses the healthcare needs of these populations within the context of social work.