118th Congress Health
H.R. 4702: Securing Gene Synthesis Act
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Summary
This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to issue regulations to prevent the misuse of de novo gene synthesis products (i.e., manufactured gene products), including screening protocols for providers of these products. Federal agencies and entities that receive federal funds may only purchase such products from providers that comply with the screening protocols.
Written by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.
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Cosponsors
- Ted Lieu D-CA
- Julia Brownley D-CA
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History
- Introduced in the House by Anna Eshoo.
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- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- Introduced in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.