Ban on Federal Funding for Pathogen Research by Foreign Adversaries
This bill prohibits the use of US federal funds for research that could increase the transmissibility or virulence of pathogens (Gain-of-Function Research) if conducted by foreign adversaries, including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The goal is to mitigate the risk of pathogens that pose a severe threat to public health and national security. Entities violating this prohibition face multi-year funding restrictions from the Department of Health and Human Services.
Key points
Health Security: Prohibits federal funding for Gain-of-Function research involving potential pandemic pathogens conducted by foreign adversaries.
Targeted Adversaries: The ban specifically names China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, and includes any other country designated as a foreign adversary.
Penalties for Violation: Entities found in violation will be barred from receiving awards from the Department of Health and Human Services for 3 years, followed by a 3-year period of conditional access.
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