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H.R. 2164

Human Cloning Prohibition Act of 2012

Human Cloning Prohibition Act of 2012 - Amends the federal criminal code to prohibit any public or private person or entity, in or affecting interstate commerce, from: (1) performing or attempting to perform human cloning; (2) participating in an attempt to perform human cloning; or (3) shipping, receiving, or importing the product of human cloning for any purpose. Sets forth criminal and civil penalties for violations.

Provides that nothing in this Act shall restrict areas of scientific research not specifically prohibited by this Act, including research in the use of nuclear transfer or other cloning techniques to produce molecules, DNA, cells other than human embryos, tissues, organs, plants, or animals other than humans.

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

Rep. Harris, Andy [R-MD-1](R-MD)Sponsor
19 cosponsors1 D18 R
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  • Introduced in HouseMay 23, 2013
  1. Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

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    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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    Introduced in House

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    Introduced in House

Human Cloning Prohibition Act of 2012 — Informed