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S 2302

Provides for opting out of organ and tissue donation.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by John McKeon

New Jersey bill allowing residents to formally opt out of organ and tissue donation programs, giving citizens ability to decline participation in donation system.

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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Bill Summary · S 2302

Legislative bill overview

S 2302 would allow New Jersey residents to opt out of the state's organ and tissue donation system. Currently, New Jersey operates under an "opt-in" model where residents must actively register to donate. This bill would establish mechanisms for citizens to formally decline participation in organ and tissue donation programs.

Why is this important

Organ and tissue donation directly affects public health outcomes—donor availability influences transplant wait times and survival rates for patients needing organs. The bill touches on fundamental questions about bodily autonomy, medical consent, and how states manage donation systems that serve critically ill patients awaiting transplants.

Potential points of contention

  • Philosophical conflict: Organ donation advocates may argue that opt-out systems increase donation rates and save lives, while this bill reduces access; proponents counter that explicit consent is ethically necessary
  • Implementation complexity: Establishing a clear, accessible opt-out mechanism requires infrastructure, record-keeping, and coordination across healthcare systems and DMV operations
  • Equity concerns: Some populations may be less aware of or able to access opt-out procedures, potentially creating disparities in who actually opts out versus who does by default

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

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