NJ Gov. Murphy Forgives $100M in Medical Debt for 50,000 Residents

Aug 20, 2024, 10:37 PM

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has announced a significant initiative to forgive $100 million in medical debt, benefiting nearly 50,000 residents. This move is part of a broader effort to alleviate financial burdens on families across the state. The announcement was made on Tuesday, marking one of the largest cases of state-led medical debt relief in the United States. The program aims to provide substantial financial relief to thousands of families, improving their economic stability.