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Pittsburgh Councilman Forgives $58 Million Medical Debt for 43,000

7/30/2025

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Pittsburgh City Councilman Bobby Wilson has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that will wipe out medical debt for over 43,000 residents, amounting to a staggering $58 million. Thanks to $1 million in COVID relief funding and a partnership with Undue Medical Debt, eligible residents will soon receive letters confirming their debt forgiveness—no applications needed.

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Pittsburgh City Councilman Bobby Wilson has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that will wipe out medical debt for over 43,000 residents, amounting to a staggering $58 million. Thanks to $1 million in COVID relief funding and a partnership with Undue Medical Debt, eligible residents will soon receive letters confirming their debt forgiveness—no applications needed.