Economic Action
@econaction.bsky.social
Founded in 2000, Economic Action Maryland Fund (formerly the Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition) is a leading force for economic justice.
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Welcome to Economic Action’s Bluesky! We will be using this as our main platform to share relevant news, action alerts, and resources, so make sure to give us a follow! #economicjustice #economicaction #marylandstrong #mdadvocacy
Sick of BGE Rate Hikes? Want to get involved in advocacy around utility regulation? Join us this Saturday alongside our coalition partners at a utility advocacy bootcamp! visit bit.ly/StopRateHikes to RSVP!
June 2, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Sick of BGE Rate Hikes? Want to get involved in advocacy around utility regulation? Join us this Saturday alongside our coalition partners at a utility advocacy bootcamp! visit bit.ly/StopRateHikes to RSVP!
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I got to speak about how much I hate Maryland’s central collection unit which collects on civic debt @econaction.bsky.social
Maryland's CCU has long been known for its shady debt collection practices. Read what our ED, @therealmarceline.bsky.social has to say about it in this article from the @thebaltimorebanner.com - econaction.org/in-the-news/...
Taking on Maryland's Debt Collection Practices | Economic Action MD Fund
Hear from our Executive Director, Marceline White, about the Maryland CCU's draconian collection practices
econaction.org
March 28, 2025 at 7:19 PM
I got to speak about how much I hate Maryland’s central collection unit which collects on civic debt @econaction.bsky.social
To learn more and take action visit: econaction.salsalabs.org/ratepayerfre...
March 14, 2025 at 1:48 PM
To learn more and take action visit: econaction.salsalabs.org/ratepayerfre...
URGENT: Protect Homeowners from Zombie Mortgage Buyers! Click here to learn more and take action: econaction.org/debt-reform/...
Stop Zombie Mortgages from Running Rampant! Urge Your Legislator to Vote NO on HB1516/SB1026 | Economic Action MD
Maryland lawmakers are voting on legislation that would make it easier for zombie mortgage purchasers to operate unlicensed. Let's stop that.
econaction.org
March 11, 2025 at 5:34 PM
URGENT: Protect Homeowners from Zombie Mortgage Buyers! Click here to learn more and take action: econaction.org/debt-reform/...
URGENT: Senate Finance is voting on SB981 TODAY. This bill expands protections for low-income patients facing medical debt. Click here to learn more and take action: econaction.salsalabs.org/meddebt2025
March 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
URGENT: Senate Finance is voting on SB981 TODAY. This bill expands protections for low-income patients facing medical debt. Click here to learn more and take action: econaction.salsalabs.org/meddebt2025
Thank you HGO! This bill would ban medical debt lawsuits under $500, establish a income floor for reduced-cost care, and prohibit hospital medical debt from being adversely reported on a patient’s credit score to read more – econaction.org/wp-content/u...
February 28, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Thank you HGO! This bill would ban medical debt lawsuits under $500, establish a income floor for reduced-cost care, and prohibit hospital medical debt from being adversely reported on a patient’s credit score to read more – econaction.org/wp-content/u...
To take action, visit: econaction.salsalabs.org/creditmeddeb...
February 27, 2025 at 3:07 PM
To take action, visit: econaction.salsalabs.org/creditmeddeb...
Thank you HGO!! To learn more about this bill, visit econaction.org/wp-content/u...
February 25, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Thank you HGO!! To learn more about this bill, visit econaction.org/wp-content/u...
No one should risk losing their home over outpatient medical debt. No one should face a lawsuit over a medical debt under $500. Whether or not you qualify for reduced cost care shouldn't be an unknown. Visit - bit.ly/econactionpatientsoverprofits to learn more and take action.
February 20, 2025 at 3:47 PM
No one should risk losing their home over outpatient medical debt. No one should face a lawsuit over a medical debt under $500. Whether or not you qualify for reduced cost care shouldn't be an unknown. Visit - bit.ly/econactionpatientsoverprofits to learn more and take action.
We stand with @casaforall.bsky.social and Maryland’s immigrant community. Thank you Sen Lam and Del Charkoudian for sponsoring the MD Data Privacy Act, let’s get this passed! Keep an eye out for an opportunity to take action
February 19, 2025 at 5:21 PM
We stand with @casaforall.bsky.social and Maryland’s immigrant community. Thank you Sen Lam and Del Charkoudian for sponsoring the MD Data Privacy Act, let’s get this passed! Keep an eye out for an opportunity to take action
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Do you or a loved one have hospital medical debt? Would you like to learn more about your rights under Maryland law when it comes to medical debt and hospital financial assistance?
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
January 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Do you or a loved one have hospital medical debt? Would you like to learn more about your rights under Maryland law when it comes to medical debt and hospital financial assistance?
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
These days, it’s easy to feel powerless when there’s so much out of your control. If you’re looking for ways to empower yourself with knowledge and become more engaged - join us for our two upcoming events! Register for our webinar with Senator Van Hollen here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 21, 2025 at 2:03 AM
These days, it’s easy to feel powerless when there’s so much out of your control. If you’re looking for ways to empower yourself with knowledge and become more engaged - join us for our two upcoming events! Register for our webinar with Senator Van Hollen here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Do you or a loved one have hospital medical debt? Would you like to learn more about your rights under Maryland law when it comes to medical debt and hospital financial assistance?
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
January 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Do you or a loved one have hospital medical debt? Would you like to learn more about your rights under Maryland law when it comes to medical debt and hospital financial assistance?
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
Join us at Red Emma’s! Click here to register: forms.gle/qifVBU1Wae8y...
We hope to see you there!
Our ED @therealmarceline.bsky.social is quoted in here… although not her longer comment about the structural violence of denials, inability to get needed medicine, procedures
Killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO unites people ... against insurance companies
Killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO unites people ... against insurance companies
The fatal shooting of the UnitedHealthcare CEO has focused attention on the anger and frustrations of people around the country and in Maryland.
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December 14, 2024 at 4:31 AM
Our ED @therealmarceline.bsky.social is quoted in here… although not her longer comment about the structural violence of denials, inability to get needed medicine, procedures
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Today, the #CFPB reached a major milestone in its effort to level the playing field between regular people and #BigBanks.” @adamrust.bsky.social “No one should have to pick between paying a junk #overdraft fee or buying groceries." #EndJunkFees #DefendCFPB
CFA Statement in Response to CFPB Final Rule on Overdraft Lending at Very Large Financial Institutions · Consumer Federation of America
CFA released the following statement in response to the publication by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau of its final rule on overdraft lending at very large financial institutions
consumerfed.org
December 12, 2024 at 1:41 PM
Today, the #CFPB reached a major milestone in its effort to level the playing field between regular people and #BigBanks.” @adamrust.bsky.social “No one should have to pick between paying a junk #overdraft fee or buying groceries." #EndJunkFees #DefendCFPB
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Today is Human Rights Day - and we know housing is a fundamental human right. It is critical to quality of life, health of families, and prosperity of communities. We'll continue to fight for a Maryland where everyone has safe, affordable housing! Join us! bit.ly/JoinRUM
December 10, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Today is Human Rights Day - and we know housing is a fundamental human right. It is critical to quality of life, health of families, and prosperity of communities. We'll continue to fight for a Maryland where everyone has safe, affordable housing! Join us! bit.ly/JoinRUM
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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau enforcement has already helped to eliminate #MedicalDebt from the #CreditReports of 22.8 million people. The #CFPB continues to work to #ProtectConsumers. #DefendCFPB
December 11, 2024 at 4:21 PM
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau enforcement has already helped to eliminate #MedicalDebt from the #CreditReports of 22.8 million people. The #CFPB continues to work to #ProtectConsumers. #DefendCFPB
This week, our policy team is joining economic justice advocates from across the country at @consumerfed.bsky.social’s High Cost Lending Summit and Financial Services Conference. Here’s our ED Marceline White speaking on a panel for medical debt policy and advocacy. #consumerprotection #cfafsc
December 11, 2024 at 3:57 PM
This week, our policy team is joining economic justice advocates from across the country at @consumerfed.bsky.social’s High Cost Lending Summit and Financial Services Conference. Here’s our ED Marceline White speaking on a panel for medical debt policy and advocacy. #consumerprotection #cfafsc
Mark your calendar - check out this holiday community event hosted by the Matthew Henson Community Development Corporation in Baltimore! Please spread the holiday joy and share this resource with your network! #baltimoreevents #baltimorecommunity #resourcefair
December 10, 2024 at 2:58 PM
Mark your calendar - check out this holiday community event hosted by the Matthew Henson Community Development Corporation in Baltimore! Please spread the holiday joy and share this resource with your network! #baltimoreevents #baltimorecommunity #resourcefair
Welcome to Economic Action’s Bluesky! We will be using this as our main platform to share relevant news, action alerts, and resources, so make sure to give us a follow! #economicjustice #economicaction #marylandstrong #mdadvocacy
December 9, 2024 at 8:16 PM
Welcome to Economic Action’s Bluesky! We will be using this as our main platform to share relevant news, action alerts, and resources, so make sure to give us a follow! #economicjustice #economicaction #marylandstrong #mdadvocacy