The other thread had me wondering about this. There are many good reasons why people shouldn't be allowed to sell their organs (and some reasons why they should) and this isn't a debate about that. But I was wondering if a compromise could be reached by giving tax discounts on the estate taxes of people who DO donate after they have died. Although I was young enough not to have to deal with it the last time one of my relatives died, I understand that estate taxes are pretty hefty. Providing a lower estate tax for organ donors could be a gentle monetary incentive for more people do donate.
What do you think?
If yes, should such a tax break apply to anyone who wants to be an organ donor regardless of health, or on those who possess healthy organs that can be donated, or only those with successful donations--3% for one organ, 6% for two, etc...?
And if you are not currently an organ donor, would that be enough to persuade you to become one?
What do you think?
If yes, should such a tax break apply to anyone who wants to be an organ donor regardless of health, or on those who possess healthy organs that can be donated, or only those with successful donations--3% for one organ, 6% for two, etc...?
And if you are not currently an organ donor, would that be enough to persuade you to become one?