The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 482, aims to enhance hospital financial assistance for patients and their families. It mandates the Healthcare Advocate to create an online portal specifically for hospital financial assistance, ensuring that patients can easily access information about available programs. Additionally, the bill allows the Healthcare Advocate to share details about the state's medical debt erasure initiative on their official website, promoting awareness of this resource.

Furthermore, the bill requires hospitals that have financial assistance programs to provide the Healthcare Advocate with a link to their respective program's website, if applicable. This initiative is designed to improve the visibility and accessibility of financial assistance options, ultimately supporting patients in managing their medical expenses and reducing the burden of medical debt.