Prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in organ transplant access.
The Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act aims to prevent discrimination against individuals with disabilities in accessing organ transplants. It prohibits covered entities from denying access to organ transplants or related services based solely on a disability. The Act also mandates reasonable modifications to policies and practices to accommodate individuals with disabilities, ensuring they can access necessary services. It allows consideration of a disability in treatment decisions if medically significant, with support networks and auxiliary aids provided.
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