One year ago this month, the House of Representatives passed legislation to expand stem cell research. Yet so far, Senate Republican Leader Bill Frist - Doctor Frist - has refused to schedule a vote in the Senate, caving instead to the far religious right. Take action!

The vast majority of Americans - 72% in a recent poll - support stem cell research. And under pressure this week from members of Congress and the public, Senator Frist said he would bring the issue to a vote, but still has not scheduled a date or announced which specific measures would be discussed. The American people deserve better.

Tell Senator Frist: we want a vote on stem cell research!

Stem cells are "blank" cells that have the potential to develop into any type of cell in the body -- nerve cells, heart cells, kidney cells. This gives scientists hope that stem cells could one day treat diseases such as Alzheimer's, diabetes, cancer, Parkinson's, and heart disease. This is a rare opportunity for Congress to significantly improve the quality of people's lives. It's time for Senator Frist to stop playing politics with our health, and hold a vote on stem cell research.

Please demand a vote today!

Thanks for taking action today,