Introduced
by
To prohibit knowingly using for research purposes any cells or tissues obtained in violation of current prohibitions on the use of live human embryos, fetuses, and neonates for nontherapeutic research. A violation would be a felony punishable by imprisonment for up to five years. The bill would have the effect of banning the use of imported human embryos for stem cell research.
Referred to the Committee on Health Policy
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
