It has nothing to do with Obama, it has been like that for years, if you are 1099 that means you are a contractor which is considered self employed and you are responsible for your health insurance, now some companies do offer a discount if you get insurance through a third party that they might offer.
That is what all the trucking companies are going to.it has a lot to do with health insurance .you have to pay your own. They have no liability if you are 1099.. GO-BAMA But don't fear the I.R.S.
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