SB 0702
Civil procedure: foreclosure; foreclosure or garnishment of wages for medical debt; prohibit. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0701'25
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Bill overview
This bill, the "Medical Debt Protection Act," aims to limit how medical debt is collected and sold. It prohibits hospitals and debt buyers from taking actions like wage garnishment, foreclosure, or placing liens on property to collect medical debt, particularly if a patient qualifies for financial assistance. The bill also restricts interest charges and limits the timeframe for pursuing collection actions, ensuring patients receive notice and have a chance to access assistance before collection efforts escalate.
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