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NY A03283

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Alex Bores

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires all gene synthesis providers and manufacturers of gene synthesis equipment operating in New York to comply with International Gene Synthesis Consortium protocols as specified in the most recent version of the harmonized screening protocol

  • Designates the legislation as the "bioterrorism prevention act"

  • Creates a new Article 32-B in the public health law titled "Gene Synthesis Labs" to establish this regulatory framework

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires gene synthesis providers and manufacturers of gene synthesis equipment to operate in accordance with rules and regulations issued by the department of health, including identifying potentially dangerous sequences and maintaining certain records.

Last Action

print number 3283c

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Health1/27/2025

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