HR 3029 · 119th Congress — Nucleic Acid Standards for Biosecurity Act
Nucleic Acid Standards for Biosecurity Act This bill explicitly requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to support the development of best practices and technical standards for nucleic acid synthesis. Nucleic…
- Congress
- 119
- Bill
- HR 3029
- Status
- In Progress
- Introduced
- 2025-04-28
- Latest action date
- 2025-04-29
Summary
Nucleic Acid Standards for Biosecurity Act This bill explicitly requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to support the development of best practices and technical standards for nucleic acid synthesis. Nucleic acids, including deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) carry genetic information within cells. Nucleic acid synthesis is the process of designing and creating custom nucleic acids; it is used in the development of medications and agricultural products. However, this technology also poses a risk of misuse (e. This bill would amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to support nucleic acid screening, and for other purposes. Right now, the latest action is: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote. The listed sponsor is Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6] [D].
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Latest action
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Sponsors
- Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]
Democratic · Oregon · House District 6 · Democratic