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SB 970

Organ and Tissue Donation

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tracie Davis

Florida bill establishing or modifying organ and tissue donation procedures died in committee without advancing through the legislative process.

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Bill Summary · SB 970

Legislative bill overview

SB 970 relates to organ and tissue donation policy in Florida, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history. Based on the committee referrals (Transportation, Judiciary, Fiscal Policy), the bill likely addresses regulatory, legal, or funding mechanisms related to donation systems. The bill was introduced in February 2025 and did not advance, being withdrawn and ultimately dying in the Transportation Committee.

Why is this important

Organ and tissue donation policy directly affects thousands of Floridians awaiting transplants and their families. Changes to donation systems, registration processes, or procurement procedures can influence donation rates and access to life-saving medical interventions. Florida, with its large and aging population, has significant transplant demand.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of donation authority: Questions about who can authorize donations (family vs. individual preferences) and how conflicts are resolved
  • Opt-in vs. opt-out frameworks: Whether Florida should maintain current consent models or shift toward presumed consent systems
  • Fiscal implications: Costs associated with expanding donation infrastructure, procurement networks, or public awareness campaigns across committees' concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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