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HB 1050

State Department of Education - Organ Donation - Development of Educational Materials

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jessica Feldmark

Maryland requires the State Department of Education to create and distribute organ donation educational materials to schools statewide.

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Bill Summary · HB 1050

Legislative bill overview

HB 1050 directs Maryland's State Department of Education to develop and distribute educational materials about organ donation to schools throughout the state. The bill appears designed to increase awareness and understanding of organ donation among students and potentially encourage participation in donation programs.

Why is this important

Organ donation is a critical public health issue, with thousands of people on transplant waiting lists. Educational outreach in schools can shape lifelong attitudes toward donation and potentially increase the donor pool. However, this represents a state mandate requiring departmental resources and curriculum consideration.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: Questions about whether education funds should support organ donation materials versus other health or science curriculum priorities
  • Curriculum scope: Debate over whether organ donation education is an appropriate K-12 subject or better addressed in health classes, and concerns about scope creep of mandated materials
  • Neutrality concerns: Potential worry that education materials might be perceived as promoting donation rather than providing balanced information about choices and options

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

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