What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 1668.
Organ Transplant Network Reform: Boosting Competition and Oversight for Better Outcomes.
This Act aims to improve the efficiency and accountability of the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN). It restructures the system by allowing multiple entities to manage different functions, moving away from reliance on a single contractor. This change is intended to increase competition, innovation, and ultimately improve the organ donation process for patients awaiting transplants.
Key points
Ending the Monopoly: The operation of the OPTN must now be handled by entities distinct from the organization supporting the board, encouraging competition and specialization.
Flexible Funding: The Secretary of Health can use grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to run the network, offering more flexibility than the previous single-contract model.
Financial Review: The Government Accountability Office (GAO) is mandated to review the historical financing and use of registration fees within the OPTN to ensure financial transparency.
Status:
Expired
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