The bill amends Florida Statutes to allow minors under 18 years of age to become organ and tissue donors with informed parental consent. It specifies that the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles must provide education on organ and tissue donation at the time of signing a donor card, which includes informing the donor about their options, collecting consent, and clarifying that the election serves as a last will and testament. Additionally, the bill revises the criteria for the web-based donor registry and anatomical gift education program, ensuring that the registry allows for user-friendly online registration and the ability to select and edit donation records.

Furthermore, the bill removes the requirement for high school students to be specifically targeted in the education program about anatomical gifts, broadening the focus to include medical professionals, law enforcement, and the general public. The contractor responsible for the donor registry will ensure that it is accessible 24/7 and secure, while also coordinating educational efforts with state agencies to promote awareness of the importance of organ and tissue donation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1247 Filed: 765.514