§16-65-1. Legislative Intent

The Legislature finds that: (1) A mental or physical disability does not diminish a persons right to health care;

§16-65-2. Definitions

As used in this article: “Anatomical gift” means a donation of all or part of a human body to take effect after the donors death for the purpose of transplantation or transfusion. “Auxiliary aids and services” means an aid or service that is used to provide information to a person with cognitive, intellectual, neurological, or […]

§16-65-3. Discrimination Prohibited

(a) A covered entity may not, solely on the basis of a qualified individuals mental or physical disability: (1) Determine a qualified individual ineligible to receive an anatomical gift or organ transplant;

§16-65-4. Enforcement

(a) The remedies for violations of this article are the same as those available under Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. 12131-12189. (b) The court shall accord priority on its calendar and expeditiously proceed with an action brought to seek any remedy authorized by law for purposes of enforcing […]