Education: curriculum; instruction in organ and tissue donation; require. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1170c.
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Overview
This bill requires Michigan public schools to provide students with information about organ, eye, and tissue donation. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, school districts and academies are encouraged to offer a model presentation on donation programs, which will not exceed one class period. Students can request to be excused from the presentation if needed. The goal is to increase awareness and encourage organ donation registration.
Key provisions
- The Michigan Department of Education will develop a model presentation on organ, eye, and tissue donation.
- The presentation must be available to all public schools.
- The presentation cannot exceed one class period.
- It must include information about the Michigan organ donor registry.
- School districts and academies are encouraged to offer the presentation to students before they complete ninth grade.
- Parents or legal guardians can request their student be excused from the presentation.
Who is affected
- Public schools in Michigan
- Students in Michigan public schools
- Parents or legal guardians of students in Michigan public schools
- School districts in Michigan
- Intermediate School Districts in Michigan
Notable changes
- Requires schools to incorporate organ donation education into their curriculum.
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