What does Preamble of Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To assess the biotechnology workforce needs of certain Federal agencies, and for other purposes,' aims to assess biotechnology workforce needs within specific Federal agencies. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 20, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. “Appropriate congressional committees” are defined as the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. “Appropriate Federal agency” includes several departments and agencies like the Department of Agriculture, Department of Commerce, and the Environmental Protection Agency, among others. The Director of the Office of Personnel Management can designate other federal departments and agencies as 'appropriate Federal agency'. “Biotechnology position” refers to positions within an appropriate Federal agency whose primary duties are related to biotechnology or support those duties. “Biotechnology workforce” refers to individuals holding biotechnology positions. “Director” refers to the Director of the Office of Personnel Management. “Public-private talent exchanges” are defined as temporary assignments of employees between Federal agencies and non-Federal organizations.

What does FEDERAL BIOTECHNOLOGY WORKFORCE ASSESSMENT. of Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act do?

This section directs the Director, in coordination with heads of appropriate Federal agencies, to assess the current and future biotechnology workforce needs of those agencies. The assessment must identify the total number of biotechnology positions required, both currently and over 5- and 10-year periods. The assessment requires a description of each biotechnology position, including its role and required qualifications, including security clearances. It also requires quantifying security clearance needs and assessing the feasibility of obtaining them with current appropriations. The assessment will evaluate the appropriateness of existing Office of Personnel Management classifications for biotechnology positions and consider developing new codes. The assessment must identify challenges affecting workforce development and propose solutions. It will also evaluate the use of current employees through training or detailing to other agencies. The assessment explores accessing outside expertise and using public-private talent exchanges. A report detailing the findings and assessments is due to congressional committees within 180 days of enactment.

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Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act

Last updated: 5/20/2026 · Introduced: 5/20/2026

Author: Ro Khanna (D-CA)

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This bill mandates an assessment of biotechnology workforce needs across specified federal agencies, projecting requirements for the next 5 and 10 years.
The assessment will identify biotechnology positions, their required qualifications, and associated security clearance needs, evaluating the feasibility of obtaining them.
Findings and recommendations, including potential solutions for workforce development and the use of public-private talent exchanges, will be reported to Congress within 180 days of enactment.

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