S 1418
Bioeconomy Research and Development Act of 2021
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The Bioeconomy Research and Development Act of 2021 establishes a National Engineering Biology Research and Development Initiative to advance societal well-being, national security, sustainability, and economic productivity. This initiative, led by the Office of Science and Technology Policy, will support research centers, individual investigators, and technologies, focusing on areas like biomanufacturing and omics research. It also mandates interagency coordination, ethical considerations, and outreach to diverse educational institutions, aiming to maintain U.S. leadership in this rapidly developing field.
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Angus S., Jr. King
Marco Rubio
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