1268.E AMS ZARE GORR 073

EHB 1268 - S AMD 460

By Senator Zarelli

NOT ADOPTED 4/7/05

On page 2, beginning on line 13, strike all of subsection (5).

On page 2, line 21, after "research" strike "holds" and insert "may hold"

On page 3, line 30, after "develop", strike everything through "cells" on page 4, line 3 and insert the following:

"proposed guidelines for research involving the derivation or use of human embryonic stem cells in Washington and submit a report to the legislature by January 1, 2006. The proposed guidelines shall address the balance between the potential of research involving the derivation of human embryonic stem cells for curing or treating disease, and the ethical considerations that arise with such research. In addition, the proposed guidelines shall address recommendations regarding whether donations of embryonic tissue for research purposes are advisable and if so, identify any recommended safeguards."

On page 4, beginning on line 11, strike all material through "act." on page 6, line 4.

On page 6, beginning on line 18, strike all material through "act." on line 35.

On page 7, line 5, after "through" strike "8" and insert "5".

Renumber the sections consecutively and correct any internal references accordingly.

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EFFECT: Directs the commission to report to the legislature on recommended guidelines including recommendations on policies for donation of embryonic tissue. Removes other provisions regarding notification and donation of tissue.