H.R. 5534100th CongressHouse Bill

Mandates that, for one year from the date of enactment of this Act, there shall be no experimental efforts to manipulate genes involving…

Official title: A bill to establish a moratorium period during which all genetic research involving the human immunodeficiency virus which causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome will cease.

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Mandates that, for one year from the date of enactment of this Act, there shall be no experimental efforts to manipulate genes involving the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Requires the Office of Technology Assessment to conduct a study of the need for and safety of genetic research involving the HIV which causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Introduced Oct 19, 1988
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Henry Gonzalez

Democrat

U.S. Representative · TX-20

Introduced solo — no cosponsors joined.

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