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Biosecurity Information Optimization for Defense Act of 2021
12/30/2022, 1:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4492
The bill focuses on improving the coordination and sharing of biosecurity information among various government agencies, as well as with international partners. It aims to streamline the process of collecting, analyzing, and disseminating information related to biological threats in order to better prepare and respond to potential biosecurity incidents.
Additionally, the bill seeks to strengthen the capabilities of the Department of Homeland Security and other relevant agencies in detecting, preventing, and responding to biological threats. This includes providing resources for training, research, and technology development to enhance biosecurity measures. Overall, the Biosecurity Information Optimization for Defense Act of 2021 aims to bolster the nation's defenses against biological threats by improving information sharing, coordination, and response capabilities among government agencies and international partners.
Congressional Summary of HR 4492
Biosecurity Information Optimization for Defense Act of 2021
This bill directs the President to establish a cabinet-level interagency forum to be known as the National Biodefense Directorate.
The directorate must develop a (1) national biodefense strategy and implementation plan, and (2) national strategy for combating public health misinformation and disinformation that threatens the national security and associated implementation plan.
The directorate must submit to the National Security Council and Congress a report including the National Biodefense Strategy and associated implementation plans.
The Government Accountability Office must review the report and submit to Congress a report that identifies gaps in such strategies and plans and that makes recommendations to address such gaps.
