Maryland Votes To Let Uninsured Apply For Coverage On Tax Returns

The Maryland legislature passed a measure that would allow uninsured individuals to apply for health coverage on their tax returns, and, if the bill is signed by the governor, the state would become the first to enact such legislation. The Maryland Senate unanimously passed the legislation, SB 802, on Friday (March 22) and the Maryland House of Delegates approved the bill, HB 814, by a vote of 120-9. The legislation was introduced by Del. Joseline Pena-Melnyk (D) and Sen. Brian...