SCALE Biology Act

Hozzl · 2026-07-22T08:08:57Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8981 SCALE Biology Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/22/2026, 8:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8981

H.R. 8981, introduced in the 119th Congress on May 21, 2026, aims to create a program within the National Institute of Standards and Technology focused on measurement research for engineering biology, biomanufacturing, and biometrology.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8981

Bill HR 8981 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8981 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8981's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote. as of July 21, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8981

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Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8981

To establish in the National Institute of Standards and Technology a program of measurement research for engineering biology, biomanufacturing, and biometrology, and for other purposes.