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Quincy council approves ordinance adopting state law leave for organ and stem‑cell donors
Summary
The City Council gave a positive committee recommendation to adopt M.G.L. c.149 §33 for leave of absence to serve as organ donors; sponsor Councilor Minton said policy will protect workers volunteering to donate. Committee and council recorded supportive votes.
The City Council moved forward an ordinance to adopt Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149, Section 33, permitting a leave of absence for employees serving as organ donors, including stem‑cell (bone marrow) donors.
Councilor Minton, who introduced the ordinance, described his personal experience with a stem‑cell donation and urged adoption as a way to protect workers who may need extended leave for medical evaluation, treatment and recovery. The committee approved a motion to…
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