Bill > H3271

This bill aims to prevent discrimination in organ transplantation access for individuals with disabilities by defining key terms like "auxiliary aids and services" (which includes things like interpreters, readers, or accessible formats for information), "covered entity" (any healthcare provider or entity involved in organ donation and recipient matching), "disability" (as defined by federal law), "organ transplant," "qualified individual" (someone who meets eligibility requirements with or without support), "reasonable modification" (adjustments to policies to accommodate individuals, such as considering support networks for post-transplant care), and "supported decision making" (using a support person to help with medical decisions). It explicitly states that a "covered entity" cannot deny an organ transplant, related medical services, referrals, or insurance coverage solely based on a qualified individual's disability, though a disability can be considered if it's medically significant after an individualized evaluation, and a person's support system can be factored in to determine their ability to comply with post-transplant requirements. The bill also mandates reasonable modifications to policies and the provision of auxiliary aids and services to ensure accessibility, aligning with federal disability laws, and establishes that remedies for violations will be the same as those under the Americans with Disabilities Act, with courts prioritizing these cases.