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This bill repeals Section 194.321 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, which previously prohibited hospitals, physicians, procurement organizations, and other entities from considering a person's COVID-19 vaccination status during any stage of the organ transplant process. The original law defined key terms such as "COVID-19 vaccination status", "hospital", and "procurement organization", and specifically outlined that vaccination status could not be considered in organ transplant-related activities, including patient referrals, evaluations, waiting list placement, and donor suitability assessments. By repealing this section entirely, the bill removes these previous restrictions, potentially allowing healthcare providers more discretion in considering vaccination status during organ transplant procedures. The bill's language suggests a fundamental change in how COVID-19 vaccination might be evaluated in the context of organ transplantation in Missouri.

Health and Social Services

https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=26978