Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act

The Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act (S 2692) creates a new Office of Biotechnology Policy within the U.S. Department of Agriculture to coordinate the Department's work on biotechnology, biomanufacturing, synthetic biology, and related emerging technologies. The Office will develop policies covering research, regulation, labeling, commercialization, and trade, while coordinating with agencies like the Environmental Protection Agency and Food and Drug Administration. It will also consult with biotechnology developers, farmers, and researchers to shape policies affecting these stakeholders. The bill establishes this office to improve interagency coordination without altering existing regulations or creating new requirements.