Respecting the Rights of Organ Donor Recipients Act of 2022

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Explore the details of House Bill 6540 Respecting the Rights of Organ Donor Recipients Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 4:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6540

Bill 117 HR 6540, also known as the Respecting the Rights of Organ Donor Recipients Act of 2022, aims to protect the rights of individuals who have received organ transplants. The bill seeks to ensure that organ donor recipients have access to necessary medical care and support services, as well as protection from discrimination based on their status as organ transplant recipients.

The bill includes provisions that require health insurance companies to cover the costs of post-transplant medications and follow-up care for organ donor recipients. It also prohibits discrimination against organ donor recipients in employment, housing, and other areas based on their status as transplant recipients.

Additionally, the bill establishes a national registry of organ donor recipients to track outcomes and ensure that recipients are receiving appropriate care. The registry will also help to identify trends and areas for improvement in the organ transplant system. Overall, the Respecting the Rights of Organ Donor Recipients Act of 2022 aims to ensure that organ donor recipients receive the support and protection they need to lead healthy and fulfilling lives after receiving a life-saving transplant.

Congressional Summary of HR 6540

Respecting the Rights of Organ Donor Recipients Act of 2022

This bill prohibits limiting access to organ transplants based on an individual's COVID-19 vaccination status.

Specifically, the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network may not (1) request an individual's COVID-19 vaccination status when considering whether to place the individual on an organ transplant waitlist, or (2) require the vaccination in order for an individual to receive an organ transplant. This network is a public-private partnership that links organizations (e.g., transplantation centers and laboratories) in the organ donation and transplantation system.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6540

Bill HR 6540 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2022. Bill HR 6540 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 1, 2022. Bill HR 6540's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 2, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6540

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6540

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Emergency medical services and trauma care

- Health information and medical records

- Immunology and vaccination

- Infectious and parasitic diseases

- Organ and tissue donation and transplantation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6540

Respecting the Rights of Organ Donor Recipients Act of 2022

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network from requesting the vaccination status of an individual with respect to COVID-19 for the national list of individuals who need organs, and for other purposes.