Maryland Senate Approves “Access to Care Act” Benefiting Undocumented Residents
Immigrant Communities and Advocates Celebrate Progress Towards Easier Access to Healthcare
According to MARYLAND MATTERS, Maryland’s Senate recently said yes to the “Access to Care Act,” which makes it easier for undocumented people to buy easier access to healthcare. This makes immigrant communities and their supporters happy. Now the bill just needs the governor’s approval after already passing in the House. People who like the bill say it shows Maryland cares about everyone getting easier to access healthcare.
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Bipartisan Bill Aims to Improve Easier Access to Healthcare for Immigrants Amidst Political Debate
The bill brought by Senators Antonio Hayes and Clarence K. Lam, wants to help immigrants with their healthcare no matter their papers. But some Republican senators don’t like it because they worry it might encourage more illegal immigration. Still those who support the bill say it’s good for everyone because it helps lessen the burden on hospitals and makes sure more people have health insurance. It’s seen as a way to make easier access to healthcare better and more affordable for everyone in Maryland showing the state’s commitment to taking care of its people.
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