October 14, 2026

902 KAR 20:019 - Organ Donation Safety

902 KAR 20:019 was promulgated as a result of 26RS HB 510 codified as KRS 311.1971. This administrative regulation relates to pauses in procedure during organ donations. This new regulation requires reports regarding pauses in organ donation that will be required to be submitted by facilities and organ procurement organizations to the US Department of Health Services to also be sent to the Office of Inspector General via email.  Further, this administrative regulation assesses penalties for non-compliance, including but not limited to, reporting to the appropriate licensure or certification board, suspension of program, and assessment of civil penalties for violation of statute regarding pauses in procedure during organ donation.