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Democratic Caucus's Senate Journal
June 20, 2007 FACT CHECK: President Bush on Stem Cell ResearchPresident Bush today vetoed legislation to expand embryonic stem cell research – for the second time. Instead of providing hope to millions of Americans, President Bush chose ideology over science. President Bush needs to face facts: Americans support this bill by a wide margin. PRESIDENT BUSH: “If this legislation became law, it would compel American taxpayers for the first time in our history to support the deliberate destruction of human embryos.” (Remarks, 6/20/07)
PRESIDENT BUSH: “Recently, the United States Senate passed a bill, sponsored by Norm Coleman and others, that would authorize additional federal funding for alternative stem cell research. The bill was approved with the backing of 70 United States senators. The House leaders need to pass similar legislation that would authorize additional funds for ethical stem cell research. It would be an important advancement. It would be an important statement, because we can't lose the opportunity to conduct research that would give hope to those suffering from terrible diseases and help this country move beyond the controversies over embryo destruction.” (Remarks, 6/20/07)
PRESIDENT BUSH: “In the meantime, my administration is taking immediate action to increase our support for researchers and their vital work. Earlier today, I issued an executive order to strengthen our nation's commitment to research on pluripotent stem cells.” (Remarks, 6/20/07)
PRESIDENT BUSH: “With these steps, we'll encourage scientists to expand the frontiers of stem cell research. We want to encourage science. We want to say, ‘We stand on your side in an ethically responsible way.’” (Remarks, 6/20/07)
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December 12, 2008:
The Senate stands in recess for pro forma sessions only, with no business conducted on the following days and times: Friday, December 12 at 10:00 a.m.; Tuesday, December 16 at 11:00 a.m.; Friday, December 19 at 10:00 a.m.; Tuesday, December 23 at 11:00 a.m.; Friday, December 26 at 11:00 a.m.; Tuesday, December 30 at 10:30 a.m.; and Friday, January 2 at 10:00 a.m. At the close of the pro forma Session on January 2, 2009, the Senate will stand adjourned sine die.
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