Rep. Schmaltz advances plan to protect Michigan families from medical debt
State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz today led the Michigan House in approving a comprehensive plan to help families struggling under the growing burden of medical debt, securing overwhelming bipartisan support for the legislation.
Medical debt remains one of the most significant financial challenges facing Michigan residents, with approximately 700,000 people across the state currently struggling to pay off medical bills. As of 2025, more than 3% of residents had medical debt in collections, with a median debt of $1,094.
“Too many families are doing everything right, but one unexpected illness can still throw their finances into chaos,” said Schmaltz, R-Jackson….