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New rules for body and body part donation for research and education

This law establishes new requirements for organizations that acquire and transfer human bodies or body parts for scientific and educational purposes. The goal is to ensure donations are consensual and remains are handled respectfully with proper documentation.
Key points
Companies and institutions handling body donations for research must register and be subject to inspections.
Detailed requirements are set for documenting donor consent, medical history, and how remains are used.
Rules for labeling, packaging, and final disposition (burial or cremation) are defined to ensure identification and respectful handling.
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Print number: 117_S_4929
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2022-09-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Consensual Donation and Research Integrity Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4929.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies and institutions handling body donations for research must register and be subject to inspections.
  • Detailed requirements are set for documenting donor consent, medical history, and how remains are used.
  • Rules for labeling, packaging, and final disposition (burial or cremation) are defined to ensure identification and respectful handling.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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