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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Fair Patient Billing Act. In provisions concerning hospitals and their agents pursuing collection actions, provides that, for any legal action initiated against a patient for unpaid medical debt, a hospital may not file for or be granted a lien upon that patient's primary residence or on any other real property owned by the patient. Effective January 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill, effective January 1, 2027, amends the Fair Patient Billing Act to prohibit hospitals and their agents from placing a lien on a patient's primary residence or any other real property they own when pursuing legal action for unpaid medical debt. A lien is a legal claim against property to secure payment of a debt. This change aims to protect patients from losing their homes or other real estate due to outstanding medical bills.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing (08:00:00 2/25/2026 114 and Virtual Room 1) (on 02/25/2026)
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