An Act relative to PFML for bone marrow and organ donation
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to expand the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program to include individuals who donate bone marrow or organs. It would allow these donors to access paid leave benefits while they recover from the donation process. The bill aims to recognize and support the significant contribution made by these individuals. It is currently being reviewed by the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing.
Key provisions
- Includes bone marrow and organ donation as qualifying reasons for PFML benefits.
- Provides paid leave to individuals undergoing bone marrow or organ donation.
- Aligns Massachusetts PFML with other states’ programs recognizing donation as a qualifying event.
- Requires further consideration by the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing.
Who is affected
- Individuals donating bone marrow
- Individuals donating organs
- Families of bone marrow and organ donors
- Massachusetts PFML program participants
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Expands the existing PFML program to cover donation-related leave.
- No current changes are specified in the bill text.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Richard M. Haggerty
Cosponsor
Richard M. Haggerty
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