Eligible Delawareans will also begin to see notification of medical debt elimination in the coming weeks
WILMINGTON — A new Delaware law that took effect today will ensure that medical debt can no longer be included on consumer credit reports — a major step toward protecting families from the long-term financial consequences of illness and injury.
“When we remove barriers like medical debt from the equation, we strengthen Delaware’s families, communities, and economy,” Governor Matt Meyer said. “With this law now in effect, we’re helping thousands of Delawareans breathe a little easier and ensure that no one’s financial future is destroyed because they got sick or needed care.”
Senate Bill 156,…