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HB 5559 - Classifies Performing Research on the Tissue of an Aborted Fetus as a Felony - Michigan Key Vote

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Title: Classifies Performing Research on the Tissue of an Aborted Fetus as a Felony

Vetoed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer


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Title: Classifies Performing Research on the Tissue of an Aborted Fetus as a Felony

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that classifies performing research on the tissue of an aborted fetus as a felony.

Highlights:

 

  • Classifies the following as Class E felonies (Sec. 1):

    • Conducting research on a fetus or embryo without the mother’s consent;

    • Conducting research on a fetus or embryo obtained from an abortion;

    • Performing an abortion to obtain a fetus or embryo; and

    • Selling a fetus or embryo.

  • Specifies that this law cannot take effect unless House Bill 5558 is passed (Sec. 2).

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Title: Classifies Performing Research on the Tissue of an Aborted Fetus as a Felony

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that classifies performing research on the tissue of an aborted fetus as a felony.

Highlights:

 

  • Classifies the following as Class E felonies (Sec. 1):

    • Conducting research on a fetus or embryo without the mother’s consent;

    • Conducting research on a fetus or embryo obtained from an abortion;

    • Performing an abortion to obtain a fetus or embryo; and

    • Selling a fetus or embryo.

  • Specifies that this law cannot take effect unless House Bill 5558 is passed (Sec. 2).

Full Bill Text

Title: Classifies Performing Research on the Tissue of an Aborted Fetus as a Felony

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