Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB1270

Introduced
4/3/25  

Caption

Consensual Donation and Research Integrity Act of 2025

Impact

The proposed legislation imposes registration requirements on individuals and entities acquiring human bodies and parts for profit within interstate commerce. Registrants are subject to inspection by the Secretary and must maintain comprehensive records detailing the donation and transfer of these materials. Additionally, the bill introduces penalties for non-compliance, including potential fines and revocation of registration, thus enforcing stricter accountability and oversight in the handling of human remains.

Summary

SB1270, known as the Consensual Donation and Research Integrity Act of 2025, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act by establishing a framework for the consensual donation and respectful handling of human bodies and parts for education, research, and medical purposes, explicitly excluding transplantation. This bill arises from a need for clearer regulations regarding the acquisition, handling, and disposal of human remains and parts, ensuring that such activities are conducted with respect and oversight.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SB1270 include concerns about the extent of regulatory requirements placed on medical and educational institutions, potential impacts on the availability of bodies for scientific use, and the balance between ethical considerations and practical needs in medical training. Opponents argue that stringent registration and inspection processes might deter institutions from utilizing donated bodies for research and education, which could have a detrimental effect on the advancement of medical and dental sciences.

Congress_id

119-S-1270

Introduced_date

2025-04-03

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

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