H2437

To eliminate discrimination of incarcerated persons' participation in life saving programs

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

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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Where it stands

Current
Health Care Financing Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

History

Jun 17

House

Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026

Mar 19

House

Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026

Dec 8, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026