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Prohibiting COVID-19 Vaccination Status Inquiry for Organ Transplants.

This act aims to ensure that individuals needing organ transplants are not discriminated against based on their COVID-19 vaccination status. This means that neither being placed on the national organ waiting list nor receiving a transplant will depend on whether someone is vaccinated against COVID-19.
Key points
The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network cannot ask about COVID-19 vaccination status.
COVID-19 vaccination status cannot be a requirement for being placed on the organ waiting list.
COVID-19 vaccination status cannot be a requirement for receiving an organ transplant.
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Print number: 117_HR_6540
Sponsor: Rep. DesJarlais, Scott [R-TN-4]
Process start date: 2022-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Respecting the Rights of Organ Donor Recipients Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6540.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network cannot ask about COVID-19 vaccination status.
  • COVID-19 vaccination status cannot be a requirement for being placed on the organ waiting list.
  • COVID-19 vaccination status cannot be a requirement for receiving an organ transplant.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DesJarlais, Scott [R-TN-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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