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.
Impact
HR333 aims to raise awareness about organ donation and to encourage more Americans to register as donors. By advocating for National Donate Life Month, the resolution seeks to foster a cultural shift towards greater acceptance and understanding of the importance of organ donation. This could potentially lead to an increase in donor registrations, directly impacting the number of successful organ transplants performed, which in turn could save countless lives and alleviate suffering for those with severe health conditions.
Summary
House Resolution 333 (HR333) expresses support for designating April as 'National Donate Life Month' in recognition of the importance of organ and tissue donation. The resolution highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the organ transplant community, including a significant shortage of available organs compared to the number of individuals on the national waiting list. As of March 2023, over 104,000 individuals were awaiting transplants, with many dying each day due to the lack of available organs.
Contention
While HR333 is largely a non-controversial resolution celebrating organ donation, it indicates the persistent gaps in the donation and transplantation system that need to be addressed. Some might argue that more comprehensive measures, beyond mere recognition months, are required to truly enhance organ donation rates. The resolution also acknowledges the contributions of both deceased and living donors, which is crucial in garnering public support and addressing societal concerns about the organ shortage.
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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.
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.
Recognizing the roles and the contributions of care workers in the United States and expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Care Worker Recognition Month".
Urges U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to reconsider implementation of new rules concerning organ procurement organizations.