An Act to eliminate discrimination of incarcerated persons' participation in life saving programs
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill aims to ensure that incarcerated individuals in Massachusetts have equal access to life-saving organ transplantation programs. Currently, there may be discriminatory practices that limit their participation. The legislation seeks to eliminate these barriers and provide incarcerated individuals with the same opportunities as the general public for organ donation and transplantation.
Key provisions
- Eliminates discriminatory practices in organ transplantation for incarcerated individuals.
- Ensures incarcerated persons are considered for organ donation and transplantation on an equal basis with the public.
- Addresses potential barriers to participation in organ transplantation programs.
- Promotes equitable access to life-saving medical care for incarcerated individuals.
Who is affected
- Incarcerated individuals in Massachusetts
- Organ donation recipients
- Healthcare providers
- The Department of Public Health
- The Department of Correction
Notable changes
- Addresses potential disparities in organ transplantation access for incarcerated individuals.
- Aligns Massachusetts law with principles of equitable healthcare access.
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