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H.R.9840 Kidney Donation Anti-Discrimination Act

Jack Clawson

27 Sep 2024 — 1 min read

Representative Michael Lawler (R-NY-17) introduced and sponsored the Kidney Donation Anti-Discrimination Act (H.R.9840) with 2 co-sponsors on September 25, 2024. The bill is intended to protect kidney donors from facing discrimination when obtaining life insurance.

If passed, the bill would make it illegal for life insurance providers to deny, cancel, or adjust the terms of policies solely based on an individual’s status as a kidney donor. This legislation is based on the scientifically sound conclusion that donating a kidney does not negatively impact life expectancy. The act seeks to ensure that donors are not penalized for their selflessness and generosity.

The Kidney Donation Anti-Discrimination Act is endorsed by organizations such as the National Kidney Registry. Beyond protecting existing organ donors, the goal of the act is to encourage more donations by removing fears of financial repercussions from insurance companies.

Following its introduction, the legislation was referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. The bill appears to have bipartisan support.

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