HB 2703 Summary

• Authorizes inmates sentenced to death to make anatomical gifts (organ/tissue donations) immediately prior to execution.

• Requires inmates making anatomical gifts to complete a document in compliance with the Oklahoma Uniform Anatomical Gift Act.

• Directs the Department of Corrections to maintain records of anatomical gift documents provided by inmates and cooperate with procurement organizations to facilitate transplantation.

• Requires the Department of Corrections to promulgate rules and procedures necessary to implement the law's provisions.

• Effective date: November 1, 2014.