Provides that organ donor designation on driver's license or identification card remains upon renewal of license or card under certain circumstances.
S 1961 (New Jersey) ensures that an organ donor designation on a driver's license or ID card automatically remains in effect when the license or card is renewed, unless the individual actively removes it through a specified process. This directly affects New Jersey residents who have previously registered as organ donors through their license/ID. The bill clarifies that the Motor Vehicle Commission must display "ORGAN DONOR" visibly on licenses/ID cards and provide real-time electronic access to organ procurement organizations for verification. It does not require new registrations at renewal but streamlines the process to prevent accidental loss of donor status.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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Holly Schepisi
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