Stadelman measure to protect consumers from adverse medical debt reporting

• Health
• Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Steve Stadelman is taking a significant step toward safeguarding consumers’ financial well-being by introducing legislation aimed at prohibiting consumer reporting agencies from including adverse information related to medical debt in credit reports.

“Medical debt should not serve as a barrier to financial stability and opportunity,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “No one should have to endure the added stress of damaged credit due to medical expenses beyond their control. This legislation is about ensuring fairness and equity for consumers, regardless of their health status.”

Senate Bill 2933 would prohibit a consumer reporting agency from making a credit report containing any adverse information about the consumer related to medical debt.

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Stadelman proposes legislation to combat speculative ticket listing, ensure transparency in ticket pricing

• Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Steve Stadelman is taking decisive action to protect consumers and promote transparency in the ticketing industry by introducing legislation aimed at ending speculative ticket listing and regulating event ticket pricing.

“Speculative ticket listing and opaque pricing practices have long plagued the ticketing industry, leaving consumers frustrated and financially disadvantaged,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “This legislation aims to put an end to these deceptive practices and empower consumers with the information they need to make informed purchasing decisions.”

In speculative ticket listing, sellers list tickets for events they do not yet possess in the hope of acquiring them later at a lower price. This practice often leads to inflated ticket prices, leaving consumers vulnerable to exploitation and price gouging.

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Stadelman moves to prohibit employers from microchipping employees

• Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – In response to microchipping technology becoming more readily available, State Senator Steve Stadelman introduced a measure to prohibit employers from requiring employees to implant RFID chips or other identification devices.

“As technology advances, it is crucial that we protect the rights and privacy of employees,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “Microchipping individuals without their consent is a clear violation of their autonomy.”

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Stadelman introduces measure to lower prescription drug prices

• Healthcare
• Springfield

SPRINGFIELD –To lower the price of prescription drugs for consumers, State Senator Steve Stadelman has introduced legislation that would require the Illinois Department of Public Health to explore production and distribution options with generic prescription drugs.

“Access to affordable medication is essential for the wellbeing of Illinoisans,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “Far too many families are burdened by the cost of essential medications.”

Senate Bill 3154 would require the Illinois Department of Public Health to partner with generic drug manufacturers to produce low-cost prescription options for residents. This would lower prices, increase access and address shortages. According to the Healthcare Value Hub, nearly three in five people experienced health care affordability burdens in the past year, and four in five worry about affording health care in the future.

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