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The Restore Health Bill
Massachusetts bill aims to restore health safety net eligibility
To prevent medical debt by restoring health safety net eligibility levels
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would expand eligibility for the health safety net, helping people avoid medical debt.
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The bill could let more low‑income families qualify for state health programs, so they won’t get stuck with huge hospital bills while the state works out funding.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill seeks to restore health safety net eligibility levels.
- It aims to prevent medical debt for eligible residents.
- It is currently introduced in the Massachusetts legislature.
- No funding details are provided in the official text.
- Sponsor is Rep. Christopher Worrell, a Democrat.
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