Bills would safeguard 700,000 Michiganders weighed down by medical expenses through new guidelines for hospitals, debt collection practices
LANSING, Mich. (March 11, 2026) — Medical debt is the number one cause of bankruptcy for Michiganders and people across the country, an alarming statistic that underscores the need for swift, strategic action. To tackle this growing issue head-on and provide support for those struggling with medical expenses, today, the Michigan Senate passed a suite of comprehensive, bipartisan legislation championed by Sens. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) and Jonathan Lindsey (R-Coldwater) that would establish clear guidelines for hospitals to offer…