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HR 756 102th Congress House Health Human embryology In vitro fertilization Licenses Medical laboratories Standards

Fertility Clinic Success Rate and Certification Act

Introduced: January 30, 1991 Introduced by: Wyden, Ron Democratic · Oregon See on congress.gov
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Feb 11, 1991
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Jan 30, 1991
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jan 30, 1991
Introduced in House
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 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Fertility Clinic Success Rate and Certification Act - Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program for certification of embryo laboratories to assure effectiveness of laboratory procedures. Allows certification to be issued by the Secretary or by an accreditation organization which meets standards set by the Secretary under this Act.

Makes certification valid for a maximum of two years. Mandates fees for issuance and renewal. Sets forth certification requirements.

Provides for periodic announced and unannounced inspections.

Directs the Secretary to approve accreditation organizations under criteria and procedures set by the Secretary.

Prohibits an embryo laboratory from performing procedures without certification. Sets forth civil monetary penalties for violations.

What's happening now February 11, 1991

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.

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 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 1
All 1 Democratic 1
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Pelosi, Nancy
California · Jan 30, 1991
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