S 4421 United States Senate · 118th Congress

Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act of 2024

This bill establishes a new Office of Biotechnology Policy within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to coordinate the department's work on biotechnology, biomanufacturing, and related emerging technologies. The office will develop policies, oversee research and regulation, and coordinate with agencies like the EPA and FDA. It directly affects USDA operations and stakeholders including biotechnology developers, farmers, and researchers by centralizing coordination of existing biotech activities. The bill requires the office to consult with affected entities and streamline the department's approach to biotechnology policy.
Tags: Agriculture
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2024
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Introduced May 23, 2024 Last action May 23, 2024
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May 23, 2024
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3886-3887)
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May 23, 2024
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