Organ Donor Protection: Insurance and Public Information
This act aims to protect individuals who have donated an organ from discrimination by insurance companies. It prohibits insurers from denying coverage or increasing premiums for life, disability, or long-term care insurance solely based on their status as a living organ donor. Additionally, the act mandates the updating of educational materials on organ donation to inform citizens about the benefits, risks, and new insurance protections.
Key points
Insurance companies cannot deny coverage or raise premiums for living organ donors unless there are other justified risks.
Provides protection for organ donors against discrimination in accessing life, disability, and long-term care insurance.
The government will update educational materials on organ donation to inform citizens about their rights and the benefits of being a donor.
Introduced
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