Michigan 2023-2024 Regular Session

Michigan Senate Bill SR0106

Introduced
4/10/24  

Caption

A resolution to designate April 11, 2024, as Living Donor Day.

Impact

The resolution aims to raise public awareness about the significance of living organ donation and its impact on saving lives. By designating a specific day, it seeks to promote discussions about organ donation, encourage individuals to consider registering as organ donors, and ultimately increase the number of living and deceased organ donors. This initiative is expected to foster community engagement and highlight the importance of organ transplantation as a viable life-saving option for many patients.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 106 proposes to designate April 11, 2024, as Living Donor Day in Michigan. The resolution underscores the critical issue of organ donation in the state, highlighting that as of February 2024, over 103,000 individuals are on the organ donation waiting list. The resolution provides a sobering reminder that an average of 17 people die each day while waiting for available organs, showcasing the urgent need for increased awareness and participation in organ donation initiatives.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SR0106 is overwhelmingly positive, with legislators, healthcare professionals, and advocates supporting the resolution. It is viewed as a progressive step towards addressing the organ shortage crisis and increasing public engagement in organ donation efforts. The resolution reflects a unified understanding among senators that every effort to promote organ donation can lead to significant health benefits for individuals on waiting lists across the state and nation.

Contention

While SR0106 is largely uncontroversial and gains support from a wide array of stakeholders, an underlying contention exists regarding the effectiveness of awareness days in creating substantial change. Some critics may question the impact of such resolutions, arguing that they do not directly address the operational challenges in the organ donation process. Nonetheless, the effort to establish Living Donor Day is recognized as a crucial opportunity to leverage public discourse and mobilize resources towards a critical public health issue.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MI HR1181

Expressing support for designation of April as "National Donate Life Month" and expressing gratitude to all Americans who have registered to be organ and tissue donors.

MI HR333

Expressing support for designation of April as "National Donate Life Month" and expressing gratitude to all Americans who have registered to be organ and tissue donors.

MI AJR170

Designates month of April of each year as "Donate Life Month."

MI SR259

Designating the month of April 2024 as "Pennsylvania Donate Life Month."

MI SR681

Recognizing April 30, 2017, as Living Kidney Donors Day.

MI SJR159

Designates month of April of each year as "Donate Life Month."

MI SR37

Designating February 14, 2024, as National Organ Donor Day

MI SR25

Designating February 14, 2022, as National Donor Day

MI SR88

A RESOLUTION recognizing April 2023 as Organ Donor Month.

MI SCR50

Designates April 2020 as Organ Donation Awareness Month in Louisiana.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.