Federal · 119th Congress
Biotech Defense Act
Policy areaArmed Forces and National Security
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Other titles2
To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Defense to develop a strategy with respect to threats posed by the biotechnology capabilities of foreign adversaries, and for other purposes.Official Title as Introduced
Biotech Defense ActShort Title(s) as Introduced
Legislative history3
Oct 22, 2026
HouseReferred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Oct 22, 2026
HouseReferred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Oct 22, 2026
IntroducedIntroduced in House