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HB 7159 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- ORGAN-DONATION LEAVE ACT

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Provides for paid leave for a state employee who donates an organ and duration of the leave is dependent on the type of donation and notice should be provided to the employer at least thirty (30) days prior to the leave.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 16, 2026
Last action
Apr 8, 2026 — 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Stephen Casey D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled