HF2353

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to require the inclusion of organ donation education in the health standards for Minnesota schools. This addition aims to educate students about the significance and process of organ donation.

Main Provisions

• The bill mandates that organ donation education be incorporated as part of the mandatory health-related subjects taught within the Minnesota statewide standards.
• Organ donation education is specifically targeted at students in the 9th grade.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill amends a previous law by adding a new requirement that organ donation education must be included in the learning expectations for health standards.
• It expands on the current curriculum, which already includes education on topics such as CPR, vaping prevention, cannabis and substance use, sexually transmitted infections, and mental health.

Relevant Terms

organ donation, education standards, health education, curriculum, Minnesota schools, learning expectations