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A bill to establish the Office of Biotechnology Policy in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
5/24/2024, 1:46 PM
Summary of Bill S 4421
Bill 118 s 4421, also known as the "Office of Biotechnology Policy Establishment Act," aims to create a new office within the Department of Agriculture focused on biotechnology policy. The bill outlines the responsibilities of this office, which include coordinating biotechnology policies across various agencies, conducting research on the impacts of biotechnology on agriculture, and providing guidance to farmers and other stakeholders on best practices for utilizing biotechnology in their operations.
The bill also emphasizes the importance of ensuring that biotechnology policies are science-based and transparent, with input from a wide range of stakeholders. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the office to collaborate with other federal agencies, as well as state and local governments, to ensure a coordinated approach to biotechnology policy.
Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 4421 is to promote the responsible use of biotechnology in agriculture, while also ensuring that policies in this area are well-informed and effectively implemented. The bill does not appear to have any specific partisan leanings and is focused on addressing the practical needs of the agricultural industry in the United States.
The bill also emphasizes the importance of ensuring that biotechnology policies are science-based and transparent, with input from a wide range of stakeholders. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the office to collaborate with other federal agencies, as well as state and local governments, to ensure a coordinated approach to biotechnology policy.
Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 4421 is to promote the responsible use of biotechnology in agriculture, while also ensuring that policies in this area are well-informed and effectively implemented. The bill does not appear to have any specific partisan leanings and is focused on addressing the practical needs of the agricultural industry in the United States.
Congressional Summary of S 4421
Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act of 2024
This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish the Office of Biotechnology Policy.
Among other things, the office must be responsible for the development and coordination of USDA policies, activities, and services related to biotechnology, including (1) research and development; (2) communication, extension, and education; (3) regulation and labeling; and (4) commercialization, use, and trade.
In addition, the office must coordinate interagency activities with the Environmental Protection Agency, the Food and Drug Administration, other federal agencies, and state agencies.
Current Status of Bill S 4421
Bill S 4421 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2024. Bill S 4421 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 23, 2024. Bill S 4421's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3886-3887) as of May 23, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4421
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4421
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4421
A bill to establish the Office of Biotechnology Policy in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
A bill to establish the Office of Biotechnology Policy in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4421
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