Bill > HB5233

This bill amends existing West Virginia law to establish procedures and requirements for making a "living anatomical gift," which is defined as the donation of a human body part to take place before the donor's death for transplantation or therapy. The bill specifies that only the donor, if they are an adult or an emancipated minor aged 16 or older, can make a living anatomical gift; other individuals or entities, such as parents or guardians, cannot make this type of gift on behalf of another. Furthermore, a living anatomical gift requires express written informed consent from the donor, which must include confirmation that the donor understands the risks and long-term effects, is mentally competent, has been specifically identified, has received a medical opinion on the gift's impact on the recipient including whether it's a match, and has had at least 24 hours to consider the decision before consenting.

Health and Social Services

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