Gene Synthesis Safety and Security Act
- Last Action
- 7/18/2023
Actions
- 2023-07-18Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 2023-07-18Introduced in Senate
CRS Summary
As of 2023-07-18 (00)
Gene Synthesis Safety and Security Act
This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to update guidance to address the potential misuse of gene synthesis products (i.e., manufactured genetic products) to obtain biological agents or toxins of concern.
The guidance must include recommendations relating to screening protocols, recordkeeping, technological safeguards, and other specified information. HHS must evaluate the current landscape of gene synthesis manufacturers and related technology to inform the guidance. HHS must also solicit public input to develop a list of genetic sequences of concern.
Cosponsors (1)
- Ted Budd (R-NC)
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