Figures' bill aims to support struggling rural hospitals

ECHCA seeking new tax for hospitals - The Brewton Standard

The Escambia County Healthcare Authority released a letter to the public last week seeking support in their quest for financial assistance for the county’s hospitals. In the public release, the ECHCA is seeking an additional 4-mills tax that could be up for a vote by county residents. The release said: “Community leaders, healthcare advocates, and residents across Escambia County are being called on to support a proposed 4-mills property tax tha…

Figures' bill aims to support struggling rural hospitals

WASHINGTON — As more than 20 rural hospitals in Alabama are at an immediate risk of closing their doors, Congressman Shomari Figures introduced legislation to provide financial support to those struggling hospitals.