Pennsylvania § 8610 - Scope of subchapter.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8610 — Scope of subchapter., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8610. Scope of subchapter.
Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to authorize the donation of vascularized composite allografts, including hand, facial tissue and limb transplants, from an individual whose death is imminent or who has died at the hospital. Donation of vascularized composite allografts from an individual whose death is imminent or who has died at the hospital shall be in accordance with Subchapter D (relating to hands, facial tissue, limbs and other vascularized composite allografts).
(Oct. 23, 2018, P.L.594, No.90)
2018 Amendment. Act 90 added section 8610. Section 11(3) of Act 90 provided that the addition of section 8610 shall take effect upon publication of the notice under section 8629.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 8610
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8610 cover?
Section 8610 ("Scope of subchapter.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 8610?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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