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MS HB434
Bill
Status
Failed
2/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Andy Gipson
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AI Summary
- Creates the felony of intentionally or knowingly destroying a human embryo, punishable by up to 20 years imprisonment, a fine of up to $7,500, or both
- Prohibits buying, selling, receiving, or transferring a human embryo with knowledge it will be used in research where it will be destroyed
- Prohibits buying, selling, receiving, or transferring gametes with knowledge they will be used to create an embryo for destructive research
- Defines "human embryo" as a viable fertilized ovum from single cell stage to 8 weeks development not located in a woman's body, excluding fertilized ova that fail to develop over 36 hours unless cryopreserved
- Effective July 1, 2010
Legislative Description
Human Embryo Protection Act; create.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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