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Halting Risky Pathogen Research: Protecting Public Health

A new law temporarily prohibits federal health institutes from conducting or supporting research that could make viruses and bacteria more infectious or harmful. This aims to protect citizens from potential public health threats stemming from dangerous laboratory experiments. The restriction will last until March 2028.
Key points
Federal health institutes (NIH) are banned from conducting or funding research that could make pathogens more transmissible or dangerous to humans.
This prohibition is in effect until March 30, 2028, to reduce the risk of new, severe diseases emerging.
Exceptions apply to testing naturally occurring viruses, unless such testing could increase their harmfulness.
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Print number: 118_HR_1827
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2023-03-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pausing Enhanced Pandemic Pathogen Research Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1827.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal health institutes (NIH) are banned from conducting or funding research that could make pathogens more transmissible or dangerous to humans.
  • This prohibition is in effect until March 30, 2028, to reduce the risk of new, severe diseases emerging.
  • Exceptions apply to testing naturally occurring viruses, unless such testing could increase their harmfulness.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-13.

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