Stem Cell Freedom Act
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Bill Summary - 26LSO-0142 Bill No.: SF0048 Effective: 7/1/2026 LSO No.: 26LSO-0142 Enrolled Act No.: SEA No. 0031 Chapter No.: 64 Prime Sponsor: Barlow Catch Title: Stem Cell Freedom Act. Has Report: No Subject: Authorizes physicians to recommend and perform stem cell therapy. Summary/Major Elements: This act authorizes Wyoming physicians to recommend and perform stem cell therapy under certain circumstances. This act allows, but does not require, health care insurers to cover stem cell therapy. This act prohibits the state Board of Medicine from taking action against a physician's license due to the use or promotion of stem cell therapy. This act prohibits the State of Wyoming from denying patients access to stem cell therapy. This act prevents civil causes of action against persons properly performing stem cell therapy. This act amends the powers of the state Board of Medicine by directing the Board to operate and publish a public registry of qualified physicians registered to perform stem cell therapy pursuant to the Stem Cell Freedom Act. The above summary is not an official publication of the Wyoming Legislature and is not an official statement of legislative intent. While the Legislative Service Office endeavored to provide accurate information in this summary, it should not be relied upon as a comprehensive abstract of the bill.
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R · H11
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it prevents residents from having to travel out of state or country to receive beneficial medical procedures.
R · H32
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it provides patient safety, allows doctors to perform advanced treatments without legal trouble, and addresses conditions like MS and ALS.
R · H25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it offers patients freedom from expensive surgeries and significant financial burdens associated with traditional medical procedures.
R · H48
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill to allow stem cell therapies but expresses concern about potential future conflicts with federal regulations that could harm citizens financially.
R · S23
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it establishes a safe, ethical, and legal framework for stem cell therapy using only patient cells with informed consent. They argue that Wyoming should provide this treatment locally to prevent patients from traveling out of state.
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Adopted Standing Committee by House Labor, Health and Social Services Committee
Adopted Standing Committee by Senate Labor, Health and Social Services Committee