What does Preamble of SCALE Biology Act do?

This bill aims to establish a program within the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The program will focus on measurement research related to engineering biology, biomanufacturing, and biometrology. The bill's stated purpose is 'for other purposes' beyond the specified research areas.

What does SHORT TITLE. of SCALE Biology Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Standards and Calibration for American Leadership in Engineering Biology Act.

What does NIST BIOMETROLOGY LABORATORY PROGRAM. of SCALE Biology Act do?

This section amends the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act to establish a Biometrology Laboratory Program. The program aims to enable innovation and industrial competitiveness in engineering biology, biomanufacturing, and biotechnology. The program's purposes include improving the accuracy of biological data, supporting safe development of biological technologies, and developing technical standards. The Director of NIST shall carry out research to facilitate the development of voluntary, consensus-based technical standards for engineering biology and related fields. The program will support basic measurement science research, develop measurement infrastructure, and convene representatives from various sectors. The Director is authorized to provide access to user facilities and establish collaborative partnerships. The program also supports graduate and postgraduate research and training in biometrology and establishes a publicly available lexicon of definitions. The Director must coordinate with other Federal agencies and support efforts relating to biomass feedstock utilization. The Director is required to submit a report to Congress and make it publicly available within three years of enactment. Authorizations of $55,000,000 are provided for fiscal year 2026, increasing to $85,000,000 for fiscal year 2030.

What does TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. of SCALE Biology Act do?

This section concerns technical and conforming amendments. Section 10221 of the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act (42 U.S.C. 18931) is repealed.

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SCALE Biology Act

Last updated: 5/21/2026 · Introduced: 5/21/2026

Author: April McClain Delaney (D-MD)

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The SCALE Biology Act establishes a Biometrology Laboratory Program within the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to advance measurement research in engineering biology, biomanufacturing, and biotechnology.
This program will support the development of voluntary technical standards, improve the accuracy of biological data, and facilitate safe development of biological technologies.
The bill authorizes $55 million for the program in fiscal year 2026, increasing to $85 million in fiscal year 2030, and repeals a section of the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act.

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