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Protecting Living Organ Donors: Insurance Fairness and Job Leave Rights.

This law protects individuals who donate organs from discrimination by insurance companies. It prohibits insurers from denying coverage or raising premiums for life, disability, or long-term care insurance solely based on a person's status as a living donor. Crucially, recovery from organ donation surgery is now explicitly covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), ensuring job-protected leave.
Key points
Insurers cannot deny or increase premiums for life, disability, or long-term care insurance solely because someone is a living organ donor.
Recovery from organ donation surgery is explicitly defined as a "serious health condition" qualifying for job-protected FMLA leave.
Federal educational materials will be updated to inform the public about these new rights and the impact of donation on insurance access.
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Print number: 118_S_1384
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
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_S_1384.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Insurers cannot deny or increase premiums for life, disability, or long-term care insurance solely because someone is a living organ donor.
  • Recovery from organ donation surgery is explicitly defined as a "serious health condition" qualifying for job-protected FMLA leave.
  • Federal educational materials will be updated to inform the public about these new rights and the impact of donation on insurance access.
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 Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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