Sentences with phrase «to become organ donors»

Under the bill everyone becomes an organ donor unless they register their objection.

Boulet had signed up to become an organ donor on his 21st birthday, and his organs went to six people.

According to Unyts, 80 % of people that become organ donors register through their DMV.

To encourage New Yorkers to enroll in the registry, the state will expand opportunities to enroll and make it easier than ever to help save a life by becoming an organ donor.

Without the bill passed Thursday, drivers in New York aren't asked again about whether they want to become organ donors until they renew their license, often in their mid-20s, Hannon said.

However, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo passed legislation in August that allows 16 - and 17 - year - olds to become organ donors in the state.

It got people to become organ donors.

Similarly, we built tools so millions of people could commit to becoming organ donors to save others after accidents, and registries reported larger boosts in sign ups than ever before.

The numerous laws which I have sponsored and the Governor has signed into law, make it easier for New Yorkers to become organ donors, and allows more people to be saved through organ donation.

The decision to become an organ donor is truly one of the most important and selfless decisions a person can make and I thank all the New Yorkers that have answered the call.»

«New York has made great strides to break down barriers and encourage more New Yorkers to become organ donors,» Governor Cuomo said.

Today when we wear green and blue we bring more awareness to the life - saving and selfless decision to become an organ donor.»

Department of Motor Vehicles Executive Deputy Commissioner Terri Egan said, «We at DMV are proud to assist New Yorkers in enrolling to become organ donors.

Governor Cuomo's Executive Order will continue to expand the state's ability to encourage more New Yorkers to become organ donors.»

«These aggressive steps break down barriers and take proactive action to encourage more New Yorkers to become organ donors, while helping to save countless lives in the process,» Cuomo said.

«I encourage all New Yorkers to take action, become an organ donor and help us create a healthier and stronger Empire State for all.»

Another measure underway will create lesson plans for school health classes on how to become organ donors.

Ortiz also talks about a bill he sponsored that would force drivers» license applicants to make a choice whether to become organ donors, rather than just tick a box if they want to donate.

The campaign will take place at Auto Bureau's across the county, where specialists trained by Upstate New York Transplant Services or Unyts will be on hand to help people understand how to become an organ donor.

You'll get another opportunity to become an organ donor.

For example, if you want to become an organ donor or donate your body to medicine, even your funeral arrangements or if you want to be cremated or buried, it's necessary to discuss your wishes with your family.

The new version of the Health app coming this fall in iOS 10 will allow users to easily sign up to become an organ donor.