NJ AR30

Urges the U.S. President and Congress to stop funding gain-of-function research involving pathogenic substances and organisms

Defines gain-of-function research as biological research that alters genetic makeup of organisms to create new properties or enhance existing ones, particularly to increase transmissibility or virulence of viruses

Cites concerns that SARS-CoV-2 may have originated from a laboratory in Wuhan conducting U.S.-funded gain-of-function research, referencing testimony from former CDC Director Robert Redfield

References the 2012 H5N1 avian influenza research experiments that prompted federal restrictions after concerns about accidental release or weaponization of mutated viruses

Directs the Assembly Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to the President, Vice President, and all members of Congress