S 738
Dangerous Viral Gain of Function Research Moratorium Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 8:39 AM
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```json { "summary": "This bill proposes a moratorium on federal research grants to universities and research institutions involved in ‘gain-of-function’ research. Gain-of-function research involves altering viruses or other organisms to enhance their ability to cause disease or spread, potentially posing risks to public health and national security. The bill specifically targets research on organisms like influenza viruses and coronaviruses, aiming to limit potentially dangerous scientific advancements.", "keyProvisions": [ "Prohibits federal research grants to institutions of higher education and other research institutes.", "Defines ‘gain-of-function research’ as altering organisms to enhance disease-causing abilities.", "Specifically lists organisms targeted by the rese
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