Questions and Answers on Amendment 2- The Human Cloning Amendment

Questions You Should Ask, Answers You Should Know Regarding the Human Cloning Amendment

First Things To Know About Amendment 2:

What is the title of Amendment 2 and when will it be considered by
voters?
Amendment 2 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would create a new section in the Missouri constitution to be known as the “Missouri Stem Cell Research and Cures Initiative.” It will be voted on by voters at the general election on November 7, 2006.

Does the title and ballot summary of Amendment 2 accurately reflect its provisions?
No. The title and the ballot summary are deceptive and are being used as a marketing strategy to win votes.

Doesn’t Amendment 2 involve stem cell research?
Yes, but it involves a lot more. Instead of focusing on morally acceptable and effective research with adult stem cells, the amendment pushes Missouri into embryonic stem cell research and human cloning.

The Missouri Catholic Conference has answered numerous questions regarding this amendment.