Orange County has taken significant steps to assist residents struggling with medical debt. Recently, the Orange County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a groundbreaking initiative to set aside $4.5 million dedicated to medical debt relief.
This funding stems from the federal American Rescue Plan Act, which was originally intended as support during the COVID-19 pandemic. This plan aims to help individuals with outstanding medical bills, potentially offering forgiveness to those affected by exorbitant healthcare costs.
During the meeting where the plan was approved, Tara Felton passionately shared her own experience with medical debt. “Cancer is an expensive illness,” Felton emphasized, highlighting her family’s burden…
