Sunday, April 13, 2025

New England Organ Donation Event in the Senate Reading Room

This past Tuesday I shared remarks at the New England Organ Donation event in the Senate Reading Room in recognition of #DonateLifeMonth.

Established by Donate Life America in 2003, this month-long observance raises awareness about the power of organ, eye, and tissue donation. It’s a time to honor those who have saved lives through the gift 
of donation and to encourage others to register as donors.

This year’s theme, “Let Life Sing,” reminds us that birds—symbols of renewal and hope—reflect the spirit of giving and the promise of second chances.

I was proud to stand alongside my colleague Senator Adam Gomez, a kidney recipient himself, DPH Commissioner Dr. Robert Goldstein, NEDS President and CEO Alex Glazier, fellow legislators, volunteers, donor families, and recipients—like former Wenham Fire Chief Bob Blanchard, who received a life-saving heart transplant on 9/11/23 and continues to advocate for donor services.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the State House to support this life-saving cause. Together, we can bring hope to the more than 100,000 individuals waiting for a second chance.

Register today to be an organ, eye, and tissue donor, and help save and heal lives: