NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — New York just became the first state to offer reimbursement to people who donate their liver and kidneys.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed the New York State Living Donors Support Act Thursday which is meant to help eliminate the barriers to organ donation.
"There is no greater gift a New Yorker can give than the gift of saving a life," Hochul said. "Living organ donors are true heroes, and with this legislation, we are taking meaningful steps to support their sacrifice and save lives."
The bill was also enacted with hopes of moving New York up from its low rank in organ donation among other states.
"Living donors, such as people who donate one kidney, deserve our gratitude and support,” Assemblymember Richard Gottfried said. “We should protect them by making sure they are covered for medical expenses and lost income. I thank Governor Hochul for signing this bill into law and the organ donation advocates, Speaker Heastie, Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, and Senate sponsor Gustavo Rivera for their efforts moving it forward."
There are currently 8,569 people on transplant wait lists. Of those, 7,234 are awaiting a kidney.
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