Bill > H2360

This bill amends Massachusetts law to establish a new chapter, Chapter 111P, titled "Source Plasma Donation Centers." The key provisions of the bill are: 1. Definitions: The bill defines "source plasma" as the portion of human blood collected by plasmapheresis (a procedure where blood is removed, plasma is separated, and at least the red blood cells are returned to the donor) and intended for use in plasma protein therapies. A "source plasma donation center" is a facility where source plasma is collected by plasmapheresis, excluding single donor plasma products for intravenous use. 2. Plasma Collection: The bill allows source plasma donation centers to collect source plasma through plasmapheresis and employ individuals to perform total protein tests using digital refractometers, as long as they comply with federal laws and regulations governing the collection of source plasma. 3. Regulation: The bill requires the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to establish requirements for the registration of source plasma donation centers, consistent with federal regulations. The Department will collect registration fees, investigate complaints, and take disciplinary action to protect public health, safety, and welfare. The Department will also approve and issue certificates of registration and maintain a list of registered source plasma donation centers.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2360