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ND SB2302
Bill
Status
1/23/2013
Primary Sponsor
Margaret Sitte
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AI Summary
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Prohibits creation of in vitro human embryos by any means other than fertilization of a human egg by human sperm, and prohibits transfer of non-standard embryos into human bodies.
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Bans creation and transfer of human-animal hybrids, with exceptions for transgenic animal models containing human genes and xenotransplantation that does not violate other prohibitions.
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Prohibits giving or receiving valuable consideration for the provision of gametes or in vitro human embryos, though procurement of gametes for infertility treatment of the patient is permitted.
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Designates in vitro human embryos as biological human beings not subject to property ownership, requiring high duty of care from fertility physicians and medical facilities, with prohibition on intentional destruction.
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Establishes class B misdemeanor penalties for violations, with additional grounds for physician disciplinary action and denial or revocation of medical licenses and facility operational permits.
Legislative Description
A BILL for an Act to provide for the ethical treatment of human embryos; and to provide a penalty.
Last Action
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 18 nays 29
2/7/2013