HR. 706In Committee
DHS Biodetection Improvement Act
Directs DHS to assess its use of Department of Energy national laboratories for biodetection research and to submit a coordinated research strategy to Congress
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Directs DHS to assess its use of Department of Energy national laboratories for biodetection research and to submit a coordinated research strategy to Congress
Key points
- Require biodetection strategy
- Assess laboratory use
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-03-12 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAdvanced technology and technological innovationsChemical and biological weaponsCongressional oversightDrug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulationGovernment Operations and PoliticsInfectious and parasitic diseasesPublic contracts and procurement