Massachusetts H2437 aims to eliminate discrimination against incarcerated persons in life-saving programs.
Massachusetts H2437 seeks to amend existing law to ensure incarcerated persons can participate in life-saving programs without discrimination. This includes allowing them to become living organ donors, receive organ transplants, become bone marrow donors, and receive bone marrow transplants. The bill mandates the Department of Corrections to provide necessary aftercare and continuing care, and to establish procedures for emergency donations. This change aims to provide equal opportunities for incarcerated individuals to contribute to life-saving efforts.
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