Controlling Genetic Tech Exports and Sanctioning Adversary Nations
This act aims to restrict access to genetic technologies for countries deemed adversaries, such as China, Russia, and Iran. It introduces export controls and sanctions to prevent the use of these technologies for human rights abuses. US citizens will be prohibited from selling or transferring specific genetic equipment and software to these countries, and individuals and companies involved in such activities may face sanctions, including asset freezes and entry bans to the US.
Key points
New Export Rules: Genetic analysis technology, including sequencers and testing kits, will be subject to strict export controls to countries like China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Syria, and Venezuela.
Financial Sanctions: Companies and individuals providing genetic technology to these countries in a way that enables human rights abuses may have their assets in the US frozen.
Entry Ban: Individuals responsible for providing genetic technology to adversary countries for human rights violations may be banned from entering the United States.
Human Rights Protection: The act aims to prevent the use of advanced genetic technologies for surveillance and human rights abuses by hostile governments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5209
Sponsor: Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2]
Process start date: 2023-08-15