History
The AODR established in 2000 as a record of intentions, using data from state-based driver's licences. Driver's licences had for many years included a box to tick for those who intended to donate their organs. Since this was only an intention it was the deceased's family who were required to give consent.
From 1 July 2005 the AODR has allowed a legal consent to be recorded. Existing registered donors (whether from their driver's licence or separately) were asked to re-register when this was introduced, giving consent rather than just indicating an intention.
Driver's licences now no longer include an organ donation question, instead the licensing authorities offer the AODR forms when a license is issued or renewed.
In February 2006 an organ register section was added to the Medicare rebate claim form and the organ donation campaign extended to Centrelink offices. About 5 million people had registered at that time and the hope was that it could be further increased.
Read more about this topic: Australian Organ Donor Register
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