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Defense Department Biotechnology Roadmap for National Security and Workforce Development.

This Act mandates the Department of Defense (DoD) to create a detailed roadmap guiding all its biotechnology efforts for defense purposes. Citizens benefit from increased transparency regarding how public funds are allocated to advanced defense technology, as an unclassified summary of the plan must be made public annually. The goal is to strengthen national security by developing specialized personnel and fostering international collaboration in this critical field.
Key points
The DoD must establish a strategic roadmap detailing objectives, funding, timelines, and risk assessments for all defense biotechnology projects.
The plan includes a strategy for developing the specialized biotechnology workforce within the DoD and accessing external expert advice.
An unclassified version of the roadmap must be made publicly available every year, ensuring transparency in defense technology spending.
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Print number: 118_HR_9627
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]
Process start date: 2024-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Biotech Futures Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9627.

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 2024-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The DoD must establish a strategic roadmap detailing objectives, funding, timelines, and risk assessments for all defense biotechnology projects.
  • The plan includes a strategy for developing the specialized biotechnology workforce within the DoD and accessing external expert advice.
  • An unclassified version of the roadmap must be made publicly available every year, ensuring transparency in defense technology spending.
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. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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