http://www.ncsl.org/programs/health/genetics/embfet.htm
State statutes on embryonic and fetal research have evolved with the development of new technologies. Currently, a great deal of attention has centered around stem cell research. There are four primary sources for embryonic stem cells: existing stem cell lines, aborted or miscarried embryos, unused in vitro fertilized embryos, and cloned embryos. Current federal policy limits federally funded research to research conducted on embryonic stem cell lines created before August 2001. Federal funding of research involving cloning for the purpose of reproduction or research is prohibited. However, there is no federal law banning human cloning altogether. The Food and Drug Administration has claimed authority over the regulation of human cloning technology as an investigational new drug (IND) and stated that at this time, they would not approve any projects involving human cloning for safety reasons, but Congress has not passed legislation confirming the FDA's authority to prohibit cloning.
At 06:35 PM 6/1/2005, Stuntman wrote:
Silas,
There isn't any "BAN" on stem cell research, regardless of source.
This issue is being blown out of perspective.
There IS a slippery slope at risk here.
The SC was the ones who ruled in favor of abortion, activist judges
have really slid that one down the slope, the President CAN'T over rule
them. He IS LIMITED to the powers granted to him, even though he has
publicaly stated he is Pro-Life.
While "I" see nothing moraly wrong with using Embryos slated for
destruction, would it slip down to late term abortion fetuses?
That IS the $1,000,000 question.
Stunt
