Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The Biotech Defense Act directs the Secretary of Defense to create a comprehensive strategy that integrates foreign biotech threats into national defense planning and to coordinate with other federal agencies and allies. It also mandates intelligence assessments of China’s biotech activities, a monitoring group for foreign investment in U.S. biotech, and regular congressional reporting. The goal is to protect U.S. military superiority and critical supply chains from emerging biotech risks.
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