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This bill establishes the Missouri Guaranteed Inclusive Voluntary Exceptional Service (MO GIVES) Program, which aims to support members of the Missouri National Guard who choose to become living organ donors. The program, administered by the Missouri department of the National Guard, will provide "living donor medical orders" to eligible members, ensuring they remain on paid status during the "living donation period," which covers all medically necessary phases of the donation process, including testing, surgery, and recovery. To qualify, members must be in specific National Guard statuses (Troop Program Unit or Individual Ready Reserve), be in good standing, and either not have employer-provided paid leave for living donation or choose not to use it. The program also allows for organ transport outside the state and is funded by a dedicated "MO GIVES Fund" in the state treasury, which can receive state appropriations and other contributions. The paid leave period is generally capped at 45 days but can be extended if medically necessary, and members will be exempt from using their own accrued leave during this time, while also receiving per diem and housing allowances.

Military Affairs and Security

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