National Organ Transplant Act (NOTA)

The National Organ Transplant Act (NOTA), enacted in 1984, is a U.S. law that regulates the donation and transplantation of human organs. Its primary goals are to ensure a fair and ethical system for organ allocation, prevent organ trafficking, and promote organ donation. NOTA makes it illegal to buy or sell organs and establishes a network for matching organ donors with recipients. It also encourages public awareness about the importance of donating organs, helping to save lives through transplantation while ensuring that the process is conducted safely and ethically.