The US federal government passed a law in 2004 which would, in part, make sure living donors were reimbursed for any out-of-pocket expenses involved in donating an organ in another state. Unfortunately, Congress did not actually offer any funding for the program, so it isn't being utilized, yet. You can read about it here: http://www.facebook.com/l/;www.organdonor.gov/research/legislation.htm.
Write your congressperson & senators today!
Encourage funding for this 5 year old law.
Imagine the lives that you'll save!
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