A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Donate Life Month" and April 10, 2026, as "Blue and Green Day" in Pennsylvania in support of organ donation awareness.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution designates April 2026 as "Donate Life Month" and April 10, 2026, as "Blue and Green Day" in Pennsylvania. The purpose of this designation is to raise awareness about the importance of organ and tissue donation and to encourage more people to register as donors. Pennsylvania has seen significant transplant activity and a substantial number of residents on transplant waitlists, highlighting the ongoing need for donors.
Key provisions
- Designates April 2026 as "Donate Life Month" in Pennsylvania.
- Designates April 10, 2026, as "Blue and Green Day" in Pennsylvania.
- Aims to increase public awareness of organ and tissue donation.
- Recognizes Pennsylvania’s strong support for organ donation.
- Acknowledges the number of transplants and individuals on transplant waitlists in the state.
- Highlights the potential impact of a single donor (saving up to eight lives, restoring sight to two people, and benefiting 75 others).
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania residents
- Potential organ and tissue donors
- Organ procurement organizations (CORE and Gift of Life Donor Program)
- Individuals awaiting organ transplants
Notable changes
- Establishes specific dates for a dedicated awareness campaign.
- Reinforces the importance of organ and tissue donation within the state.
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Manuel Guzman
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