An Act providing living organ donor protections
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to strengthen protections and ensure fair health insurance coverage for individuals who donate organs. It seeks to address potential barriers and inequities faced by living organ donors in Massachusetts. The legislation intends to provide greater clarity and security regarding donor rights and access to healthcare. Ultimately, the goal is to encourage organ donation while safeguarding the well-being of donors.
Key provisions
- Requires health insurance coverage for expenses related to living organ donation.
- Protects living donors from discrimination based on their donation status.
- Establishes a process for addressing donor concerns and disputes.
- Clarifies the rights of living donors regarding their medical records.
- Ensures donors receive appropriate compensation for their time and expenses (though the specifics are not detailed).
- Addresses potential conflicts of interest involving organ donation.
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for donor protection.
- Mandates the creation of a registry of living organ donors.
Who is affected
- Living organ donors
- Healthcare providers
- Health insurance companies
- Recipients of organ transplants
- The general public of Massachusetts
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