Signed by Governor Chet Culver

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that allows stem cell research but prohibits human cloning.

Highlights:

- Classifies any performance, attempt, and/or participation in human reproductive cloning as a class “C” felony [sec.4(1.a.b) and (2.a)]. - Classifies any transfer of the product of human reproductive cloning as an aggravated misdemeanor [sec.4(1.c) and (2.b)]. - Allows the state to revoke or deny and state-issued professional/trade/occupational license of an individual who violates this act [sec.4(5)].

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that allows stem cell research but prohibits human cloning.

Highlights:

- Classifies any performance, attempt, and/or participation in human reproductive cloning as a class “C” felony [sec.4(1.a.b) and (2.a)]. - Classifies any transfer of the product of human reproductive cloning as an aggravated misdemeanor [sec.4(1.c) and (2.b)]. - Allows the state to revoke or deny and state-issued professional/trade/occupational license of an individual who violates this act [sec.4(5)].

Full Bill Text