S. 471 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005
S. 471 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Feb 28, 2005, sponsored by Arlen Specter with 41 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 28, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 41
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct and support research that utilizes human embryonic stem cells, regardless of the date on which the stem cells were derived from a human embryo.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Arlen Specter (D-PA). Co-sponsors: 35 Democrats, 5 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 28, 2005
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Feb 28, 2005)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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