MA H4796

Organ transplant vehicles transporting human organs or medical personnel for organ recovery/transplantation would be classified as emergency vehicles, granting them the same road privileges as ambulances and fire trucks

Vehicles must be owned by federally-certified organ procurement organizations, registered with the state department, and clearly identified as organ transplant vehicles

Drivers must complete department-required training for operating organ transplant vehicles during emergency operations

Organ procurement organizations must establish written policies on minimum qualifications and physical requirements for drivers, plus standards for vehicle equipment and maintenance

The commissioner may revoke or suspend registration for non-compliance with regulations