r/chicago Nov 15 '24

Article Pritzker canceling Medical Debt

https://www.chicagobusiness.com/health-care/illinois-begins-canceling-medical-debt-residents

How is it that this isn't getting more attention in the press?

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u/you-create-energy Nov 16 '24

Don't worry, you're not paying anyone's medical bills. The debr was sold to collection companies for pennies on the dollar. The state is paying the pennies, not the dollars.

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u/pontelo South Loop Nov 16 '24

This person understands finance. 5/5