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Connecticut's Medical Debt Cancellation
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Connecticut plans to cancel $650 million in medical debt for its residents, aiming to address the issue of inaccurate or unnecessary medical bill collections. The program, funded by $6.5 million in COVID-19 funds, will benefit around 250,000 people, with eligibility criteria based on income and household poverty. The initiative reflects a growing consumer demand for easier medical bill payments.
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