To authorize the Secretary of Defense to carry out a program to support the defense biotechnology supply chain, and for other purposes.

This bill would allow the Secretary of Defense to set up a program to develop, scale up, and move biotechnology research from military service laboratories into use, including bio-based chemicals, materials, and fuels for the defense supply chain. Under the program, the Department could assess supply chain weaknesses, direct military labs to conduct research and build or upgrade facilities, enter into contracts and grants with outside partners, and support workforce training. If the program starts, the Secretary would have to send Congress a funding plan within 90 days and yearly reports on its activities. The authority would end 10 years after the bill becomes law unless the President decides it is needed and notifies Congress before then.

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Sponsors

• Ro Khanna Democrat sponsor
• 2 cosponsors