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Biosecurity Information Optimization for Defense Act of 2021
12/30/2022, 1:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4492
Bill 117 HR 4492, also known as the Biosecurity Information Optimization for Defense Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance biosecurity measures in order to protect the United States from potential biological threats.
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.
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4492
Bill HR 4492 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 16, 2021. Bill HR 4492 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 16, 2021. Bill HR 4492's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research. as of August 11, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4492
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4492
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4492
Biosecurity Information Optimization for Defense Act of 2021
To establish an interagency forum for biodefense preparedness, and for other purposes.
Biosecurity Information Optimization for Defense Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4492
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