Adult stem-cell research would get a boost under legislation introduced by U.S. Sen. David Vitter, R-La.
The Ethical Stem Cell Research Tax Credit Act provides a federal tax credit to stem-cell researchers if their work does not endanger or destroy human embryos. The proposed tax credit is equal to 30 percent of research expenses.
“It’s a great, positive way to advance this cause and educate people about ethical stem-cell research," Vitter said.
Dr. David Prentice, senior fellow for life sciences at the Family Research Council, said adult stem-cell research already has led to human treatments.
“It’s showing success," he said. "There are lots of clinical trials already out there … showing that adult stem cells actually do help patients get better."
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