The full form of HOTA  is Human Organ Transplant Act

The acronym “HOTA” represents the title “Human Organ Transplant Act.” This is the title of a Singapore consent law that allows for the transplantation of human organs from a person who has passed away due to an accident to a person in need of the organ as long as the person did not state objection to this process before dying.

Origin of HOTA

“HOTA” was first introduced in Singapore in 1987. At first, the law only allowed for the transplantation of kidneys. Since its inception, the law has been amended many times and now includes other types of human organs also.

Other Meanings
There are a few other meanings mentioned on the internet for the term “hota” and the acronym “HOTA.” When used as a term, “hota” is said to mean hoe. When used as an acronym, there are several choices including “Home of the Arts,” “Home Office Type Approval,” “Horn of the Abyss,” “Hands On Trade Association,” and “Honeywell Open Technology Alliance.”

Example Conversations
A text discussion between two friends.

Friend 1: I have to write a report on organ transplants around the world.
Friend 2: That’s a pretty broad topic.
Friend 1: I think I am going to narrow it down and talk about HOTA.
Friend 2: What is that?
Friend 1: Its an organ transplant law in Singapore.