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Job Protection for Organ Donors: FMLA Medical Leave Clarified.

This bill ensures that employees undergoing organ donation surgery are entitled to protected medical leave. Recovery time following organ donation is explicitly defined as a "serious health condition," guaranteeing job security under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This clarification applies to both private sector workers and federal civil service employees.
Key points
Recovery from organ donation surgery is officially recognized as a "serious health condition" under the federal FMLA law.
Private sector and federal employees gain the right to FMLA-protected leave to recover after donating an organ.
Federal employees must first use any available specific organ donor leave before utilizing the general 12-week FMLA entitlement.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4582
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2025-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 and title 5, United States Code, to clarify that organ donation surgery qualifies as a serious health condition.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4582.

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 2025-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recovery from organ donation surgery is officially recognized as a "serious health condition" under the federal FMLA law.
  • Private sector and federal employees gain the right to FMLA-protected leave to recover after donating an organ.
  • Federal employees must first use any available specific organ donor leave before utilizing the general 12-week FMLA entitlement.
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. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2].

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 2025-12-31.

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