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PS 805

Para enmendar el Artículo 77 de la Ley Núm. 55-2020, conocida como “Código Civil de Puerto Rico”, los fines de permitir la indemnización económica razonable y no lucrativa a donantes de plasma fuente (“source plasma”) en centros de recolección autorizados para fines manufactureros y de investigación y desarrollo; para establecer una exclusión contributiva sobre dicha indemnización; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Bill allows non-profit plasma centers to compensate donors with tax-exempt payments, defeated in Senate after committee approval.

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Bill Summary · PS 805

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 805 proposed amending Puerto Rico's Civil Code (Law 55-2020) to allow reasonable, non-profit compensation for source plasma donors at authorized collection centers. The bill would also establish a tax exclusion for such donor compensation, treating it differently from taxable income.

Why is this important

Source plasma donation is a time-intensive medical process distinct from whole blood donation, requiring multiple weekly visits. This legislation aimed to address whether compensation for this significant time and health commitment should be permitted and tax-treated favorably, affecting both donor incentives and public health infrastructure on the island.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "reasonable" compensation: The bill lacks specific dollar amounts or formulas, leaving implementation ambiguous and potentially subject to regulatory interpretation disputes.
  • Public health vs. commercialization concerns: Opponents may argue that compensating plasma donors creates financial incentives that could compromise screening processes or donor health safety protocols.
  • Tax revenue impact: Excluding donor compensation from taxation reduces government revenue while benefiting a relatively small donor population, raising equity questions about selective tax benefits.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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