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Nearly 72K Michiganders have over $74 million in medical debt erased
By ABC Detroit at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
More than 71,000 Michiganders will have over $74 million in medical debt forgiven, the State of Michigan announced this week.According to a press release from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's office, 71,871 Michiganders will have their medical debt erased under a collaboration with the national nonprofit ...
Key takeaway Gretchen Whitmer's office, 71,871 Michiganders will have their medical debt erased under a collaboration with the national nonprofit Undue Medical Debt.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The latest announcement of over $74 million in medical debt forgiveness for nearly 72,000 Michiganders brings much-needed relief to families across the state. In Wayne County, where $27 million in medical debt was erased for over 46,000 residents, this effort is particularly significant. The collaboration between the state and the nonprofit Undue Medical Debt has already shown promising results, with Oakland County also benefiting from $6 million in debt elimination. As Governor Whitmer notes, the goal is to ensure that Michigan families do not have to choose between basic necessities and medical bills. With the state's ongoing commitment to addressing medical debt, residents can expect to see continued efforts to alleviate this financial burden. The impact of this initiative will be closely watched, especially in counties like Kent and Ingham, which have already seen significant debt relief.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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