Bill > SB834

This bill amends Pennsylvania's vehicle code to add a new provision allowing individuals applying for or renewing a driver's license or identification card to learn about becoming a volunteer bone marrow or blood cell donor. The bill requires the Department of Motor Vehicles to include information on the application about the age requirements for donor registration and provide a direct link to the National Marrow Donor Program's website. The department must also enter into a memorandum of understanding with the National Marrow Donor Program to agree on the specific language and digital information to be included. Both the Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Health will post links to the donor registry on their websites. Importantly, the bill clarifies that enrolling in the national registry is not a legal document, does not obligate a person to donate if matched, and that any personal information will be used only with the applicant's informed consent. The bill also provides liability protection for public entities and employees regarding any inaccurate information in the enrollment process. The new provisions will take effect nine months after the bill's passage, giving agencies time to implement the changes.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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