CT lawmakers likely to take steps to prevent medical bankruptcy

WSHU – Monday, April 7, 2025
By Ebong Udoma

Connecticut lawmakers are likely to take steps this year to prevent medical bankruptcy in the state, according to a Democratic legislative leader.

A bill ensuring that all patients eligible for hospital financial aid receive assistance passed the Public Health Committee with an almost unanimous bipartisan vote.

It’s on track to pass the General Assembly this year, said Senator Saud Anwar, co-chair of the committee.

“We’ve been speaking about this for many years, but we’ve not been able to cross the finish line. This year, we are going to cross the finish line,” he said.

Click here to read the entire article.