Bill Overview
Title: LOST Organs Act of 2022
Description: This bill requires the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network to take specified actions related to the transportation of organs, including tracking and publicly reporting the status of organs in the transplant supply chain. The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network is a public-private partnership that links the professionals involved in the U.S. donation and transplantation system.
Sponsors: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Target Audience
Population: People involved in or needing organ transplants
Estimated Size: 350000
- Organ transplant patients and candidates are directly impacted as the bill aims to improve the transport and tracking of organs, which are crucial for their procedures.
- The medical professionals involved in organ transplantation, including doctors, are affected as the system is aimed at improving the transparency and efficiency of organ transport.
- Organ donors and their families are indirectly affected as the implementation of this bill may improve the success rates of organ transplants and outcomes.
- The general public is marginally impacted since they represent potential future organ transplant patients or their family members.
Reasoning
- Transplant candidates and recipients will see the most direct impact, with potential improvements in organ availability and transplant success rates enhancing their overall wellbeing over time.
- Medical professionals involved in organ procurement and transplantation are likely to experience administrative and logistical benefits, streamlining processes due to better organ tracking, moderately impacting their day-to-day stress levels and satisfaction.
- Donors and their families might see an indirect impact by knowing that organs are efficiently used, potentially increasing their positive sentiment towards organ donation.
- The general public may only see minor, long-term benefits due to potential future need for transplants, with no substantial immediate effect on their wellbeing.
Simulated Interviews
Organ transplant recipient (Kansas City, MO)
Age: 51 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm hopeful that this policy could mean quicker organ transports and less time on the waiting list.
- Reducing organ transport delays would be a game changer for me and many others.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 4 |
Medical professional (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improved logistics could lead to fewer organ rejections, which is crucial for our success rates.
- Efficient tracking system could alleviate a lot of stress involved in organ logistics.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Organ donor family member (Boston, MA)
Age: 64 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Knowing that the organs are being efficiently tracked and utilized could bring some comfort.
- This policy might encourage others to consider organ donation when they see more positive outcomes.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 3 |
Organ transplant candidate (Chicago, IL)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Any improvement in organ availability boosts my chances of getting a new heart.
- It's important for candidates like me that no organ goes to waste.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 3 |
Medical administrator (Miami, FL)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Better tracking systems will make my job easier and more efficient.
- This will help reduce the chaos and improve coordination.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Organ transplant recipient (Houston, TX)
Age: 32 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Ensuring quicker transportation of organs would have reduced my wait time significantly.
- I feel grateful but wish the system had been better when I was waiting.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Retired teacher (New York, NY)
Age: 70 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I worry about my niece waiting for an organ.
- This policy could mean she gets what she needs faster.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Medical researcher (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could enhance our research data with better organ tracking.
- More efficient system leads to better clinical practices.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Organ transplant nurse (Denver, CO)
Age: 52 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improved logistics and transparency will improve patient care routines.
- Very supportive of this policy as it eases operational strain.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Hospital administrator (Seattle, WA)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could improve department efficiency significantly.
- Tracking organs properly can save lives more reliably.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000000 (Low: $4000000, High: $6000000)
Year 2: $5200000 (Low: $4200000, High: $6200000)
Year 3: $5300000 (Low: $4300000, High: $6300000)
Year 5: $5500000 (Low: $4500000, High: $6500000)
Year 10: $5800000 (Low: $4800000, High: $6800000)
Year 100: $7000000 (Low: $6000000, High: $8000000)
Key Considerations
- The initial investment in tracking and reporting systems is significant but anticipates improving efficiency.
- Cost savings might arise from reduced organ wastage and better management.
- Long-term impacts on GDP or tax might be limited but could include improved worker productivity due to better health outcomes.