Bill > A06824

This bill amends county law to enhance protocols for eye and tissue donation by requiring coroners to develop a comprehensive referral process for potential organ and tissue donors who die outside of hospitals. Specifically, the bill mandates that coroners promptly contact the appropriate eye and tissue banks (as defined in public health law) to verify donor registry status and determine donor suitability when a death falls under their jurisdiction. The legislation updates language to be gender-neutral (changing "his or her" to "their") and establishes a clear protocol for handling potential donations, including requiring coroners to perform autopsies in a manner that preserves the potential for organ and tissue transplantation. The bill aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of organ and tissue donation processes by ensuring that potential donors are quickly identified and appropriate procurement organizations are notified, potentially increasing the availability of life-saving organ and tissue donations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6824