Assault Victims Need Protection From Debt Collectors

The Nebraska legislature is reviewing a law that would prevent any medical provider from harassing an assault victim over the medical care they receive for their injuries.

The state does have a Reparations Fund, but over half the applicants are denied. Survivors of sexual and domestic assault are getting threats of collection.

It is repulsive to think that this law is even needed, but all we can do is support it. Sen. John Frederickson deserves the credit for introducing LB 315.

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