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OK SB136

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Steve Russell

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits conducting scientific research on human embryos (from single-cell stage through 8 weeks after fertilization), fetuses (9 weeks through birth), or fetal parts that are not located in a woman's body

  • Bans transferring human embryos, fetuses, or fetal parts with knowledge they will be used for scientific research

  • Prohibits using cells or tissues for research purposes when obtained through violations of this law

  • Violation constitutes a felony punishable by 1 year to life imprisonment and a minimum fine of $100,000

  • Effective date of July 1, 2011, with emergency clause for immediate effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Scientific research; making certain actions with an embryo, fetus, or fetal parts unlawful. Codification. Effective date. Emergency.

Health and Mental Health

Last Action

Pending authorship Representative(s) Faught

2/22/2011

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/22/2011
Health and Human Services2/8/2011

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