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Kidney Donor Protection: Banning Life Insurance Discrimination.

This new law aims to protect individuals who have donated a kidney from discrimination by life insurance companies. It means insurers cannot refuse, increase prices, or limit coverage solely because someone is a living kidney donor, unless there are additional, unrelated actuarial risks. The act grants living kidney donors the right to sue an insurance company if they face unfair treatment.
Key points
Life insurance providers are prohibited from discriminating against living kidney donors in policy offerings, issuance, cancellation, price, or coverage amount.
Living kidney donors who experience discrimination can file a lawsuit in federal court for damages and attorney's fees.
The act does not override state or local laws that offer greater protection to living kidney donors.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3503
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2025-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kidney Donation Anti-Discrimination Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3503.

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 2025-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Life insurance providers are prohibited from discriminating against living kidney donors in policy offerings, issuance, cancellation, price, or coverage amount.
  • Living kidney donors who experience discrimination can file a lawsuit in federal court for damages and attorney's fees.
  • The act does not override state or local laws that offer greater protection to living kidney donors.
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. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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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