Human Embryos

Summary

The bill adds a new chapter to the South Carolina code that bans any practitioner or facility from genetically modifying a human embryo to change its biological sex. Violations are classified as felonies, punishable by up to ten years in prison, a $20,000 fine, and loss of professional licensure. It targets reproductive and research labs that might consider sex‑selection technologies.

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