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US HB6664

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Neguse

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Secretary of Defense must designate a senior official with biotechnology experience within 90 days to lead biotechnology issues and head a new Biotechnology Management Office

  • Biotechnology Management Office must be established within 120 days under the Deputy Secretary of Defense to foster development, acquisition, and sustainment of biotechnology capabilities

  • Office responsibilities include maintaining long-term R&D roadmaps, updating acquisition policies, coordinating with federal agencies and international partners, supporting public-private partnerships, and identifying workforce gaps

  • Amends Section 215 of the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act to authorize DoD research and development funds for bioindustrial manufacturing activities, including design and construction

  • Office provisions sunset on September 30, 2030, with a congressional briefing required within 30 days of senior official designation

Legislative Description

To establish a Biotechnology Management Office in the Department of Defense and to provide support for the research and development of bioindustrial manufacturing processes, and for other purposes.

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

12/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Armed Services12/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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