States Crack Down on Medical Debt | Concord News

Concord News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Six states are rolling out bold new laws to fight medical debt — because nearly half of all adults, even with insurance, struggle to pay for care. Louisiana caps interest at 3% on essential treatments, Washington extends deadlines for accident bills, and Maine bans wage garnishment for medical bills. Indiana mandates hospitals to disclose financial aid upfront, while Hawaii eyes debt forgiveness. Meanwhile, Michigan and Massachusetts consider removing medical debt from credit reports, and New Mexico already bans facility fees for preventive care — though not emergencies. This wave signals a…