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Organ Donor Protection: Insurance and Leave Rights

This act aims to protect individuals who donate organs from discrimination. It ensures that insurance companies cannot deny life, disability, or long-term care coverage, or increase premiums, solely because someone is an organ donor. Additionally, recovery from organ donation surgery will be considered a serious health condition, qualifying for family and medical leave.
Key points
Insurance companies cannot discriminate against organ donors by denying coverage or raising premiums.
Recovery from organ donation surgery qualifies as a serious health condition for family and medical leave.
The government will update educational materials on organ donation to include new rights and benefits for donors.
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Print number: 118_HR_2923
Sponsor: Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2023-04-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Living Donor Protection Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2923.

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 2023-04-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Insurance companies cannot discriminate against organ donors by denying coverage or raising premiums.
  • Recovery from organ donation surgery qualifies as a serious health condition for family and medical leave.
  • The government will update educational materials on organ donation to include new rights and benefits for donors.
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. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12].

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 2025-12-25.

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