42 USC 263a-4 - Certification revocation and suspension

U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 29, 2024

§ 263a–4.

Certification revocation and suspension

(a)

In general

A certification issued by a State or an accreditation organization for an embryo laboratory shall be revoked or suspended if the State or organization finds, on the basis of inspections and after reasonable notice and opportunity for hearing to the owner or operator of the laboratory, that the owner or operator or any employee of the laboratory—

(1)

has been guilty of misrepresentation in obtaining the certification,

(2)

has failed to comply with any standards under section 263a–2 of this title applicable to the certification, or

(3)

has refused a request of the State or accreditation organization for permission to inspect the laboratory, its operations, and records.

(b)

Effect

(Pub. L. 102–493, § 5, Oct. 24, 1992, 106 Stat. 3150.)

cite as: 42 USC 263a-4