An Act to increase access to blood donation

This bill amends Massachusetts law to allow registered blood establishments, in addition to federal hospitals, to collect blood donations. The change directly affects organizations that operate blood banks and the individuals who donate blood to them. By updating the legal definition of who can collect blood, the legislation aims to expand the number of places where people can give blood. The provision does not alter the safety standards for blood collection but broadens the list of eligible facilities under existing regulations.