Biosecurity Boost: New Standards for Synthetic DNA Screening and AI Risk.
This law aims to enhance public safety by establishing new standards and best practices for companies creating synthetic biological materials, such as DNA. It mandates improved screening of orders for these materials to prevent misuse, including potential threats linked to artificial intelligence. The government allocates funds for research to ensure these security mechanisms are effective and reliable.
Key points
Introduction of new, mandatory security standards for companies producing synthetic DNA and RNA to guard against biological threats.
Establishment of better tools for screening who orders synthetic genetic materials and for what purpose, preventing harmful use.
Authorization of $5 million annually (2025-2029) for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to research and develop these security standards.
Expired
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