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Prohibiting Vaccination Status Discrimination in Organ Transplants

This new bill aims to ensure that hospitals cannot consider a person's vaccination status when deciding who receives an organ transplant. This means every patient will be evaluated solely on medical need, promoting fairness in access to life-saving procedures.
Key points
Hospitals are prohibited from denying organ transplants based on a patient's vaccination status.
Organ transplant decisions will be based solely on medical criteria, without considering vaccination history.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2015
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2025-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GIFT Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2015.

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 2025-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals are prohibited from denying organ transplants based on a patient's vaccination status.
  • Organ transplant decisions will be based solely on medical criteria, without considering vaccination history.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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Health