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Support for Organ Donors: Increased Reimbursements and Accessibility

This act aims to facilitate organ donation by living donors, increasing the accessibility of the reimbursement program. This means more people will be able to receive financial assistance for donation-related expenses, regardless of the organ recipient's income. The changes are intended to remove financial barriers, potentially increasing the number of life-saving transplants.
Key points
Organ recipient's income will not be considered when reimbursing the donor.
Donors with household income at or below 700% of the poverty line will be eligible for reimbursement.
The maximum reimbursement amount for a donor will be $10,000 in fiscal year 2026, with annual adjustments.
The program will regularly report on its activities and impact to ensure transparency and effectiveness.
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Print number: 118_HR_10282
Sponsor: Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]
Process start date: 2024-12-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Support for Living Donors Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10282.

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 2024-12-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Organ recipient's income will not be considered when reimbursing the donor.
  • Donors with household income at or below 700% of the poverty line will be eligible for reimbursement.
  • The maximum reimbursement amount for a donor will be $10,000 in fiscal year 2026, with annual adjustments.
  • The program will regularly report on its activities and impact to ensure transparency and effectiveness.
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. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1].

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 2025-12-24.

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