The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act

The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (UGA) is legislation that standardizes the donation of organs and body parts for transplantation, medical research, and education across states. It allows individuals to voluntarily consent to donate their organs after death or, in some cases, while alive. The law provides clear procedures for registering, revoking, or modifying donation decisions, aiming to respect personal wishes and increase access to transplants. It also establishes safeguards to ensure donations are made ethically and with proper authorization, fostering a coordinated and respectful system for tissue and organ sharing to save or improve lives.