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“Baby Zion deserved the same chance at life as any other American, but he was denied a heart transplant by the same doctors because he had Down syndrome, and they ``couldn't waste a heart.'' The tragic story of baby Zion and the courage of his parents, Josh and Bobbi, along with the drive of so many incredible advocates, have led us today to H.R. 2706, the Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act, which would prohibit healthcare providers and other entities from denying or restricting an individual's access to organ transplants solely based on an individual's disability. The bill would require expedited review of discrimination claims at the Office for Civil Rights at the Department of Health and Human Services. No family should have to wait or be denied. I thank Charlotte Woodward, Bobbi and Josh, and all of the advocates who have worked so hard to get this bill where it is today. We would not be here without your tireless work to educate and advocate on behalf of individuals with disabilities across the country. I also want to thank my colleague, Debbie Dingell, for her partnership and work on this bill. It was truly an honor to work with the gentlewoman on important issues like this. I also acknowledge my Senate counterpart, Senator Rubio, for championing this issue in the Senate. Lastly, I thank Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers for her work and support on this issue.…”