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America's Living Library Project: Mapping Genomic Data in National Parks

This Act creates a digital genetic database of organisms living in U.S. National Parks to aid conservation and medical research. Citizens will benefit from better protection of natural resources and new scientific discoveries that could lead to health and environmental breakthroughs.
Key points
Creation of a public database containing genetic info on plants, animals, and fungi from National Parks.
Protection of rare species through a better understanding of their genetic code.
Secure storage of physical samples in U.S. facilities, with a strict ban on exporting them abroad.
Faster access for U.S. companies to use this data for training scientific AI models.
Significant funding for research and data storage over the next decade.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_4023
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2026-03-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

America’s Living Library Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_4023.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a public database containing genetic info on plants, animals, and fungi from National Parks.
  • Protection of rare species through a better understanding of their genetic code.
  • Secure storage of physical samples in U.S. facilities, with a strict ban on exporting them abroad.
  • Faster access for U.S. companies to use this data for training scientific AI models.
  • Significant funding for research and data storage over the next decade.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-21.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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