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Biological Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2025

4/24/2026, 8:07 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6624

The Biological Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2025, introduced in the 119th Congress on December 11, 2025, aims to enhance protections related to biological intellectual property. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill are not provided in the context information.

Current Status of Bill HR 6624

Bill HR 6624 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 11, 2025. Bill HR 6624 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on December 11, 2025.  Bill HR 6624's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 30 - 14. as of April 22, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6624

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6624

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6624

To restrict the export to foreign entities of concern of United States intellectual property and sensitive information related to synthetic biology, and for other purposes.
To restrict the export to foreign entities of concern of United States intellectual property and sensitive information related to synthetic biology, and for other purposes.

Comments

Sylvie York profile image

Sylvie York

787

1 month ago

So like, I heard about this new bill that's supposed to protect biological intellectual property or whatever. I mean, it sounds important and all, but like, what does it really mean for us regular folks? Will it actually make a difference in our lives or is it just another thing for politicians to argue about? Like, I'm all for protecting intellectual property and stuff, but like, how is this bill gonna affect me in the short term? #confused 🤔

Emerson Golden profile image

Emerson Golden

867

1 month ago

I'm so sad about this new bill passing. It's going to protect the intellectual property of biological materials, which is so important for innovation and research. But I wonder, how will this bill affect small businesses in the biotech industry?