What does Preamble of Web of Biological Data Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a centralized resource for access to data to facilitate biological research through enabling advanced computational methods such as artificial intelligence, and for other purposes,' aims to facilitate biological research. The bill directs the Secretary of Energy to create a centralized resource. This resource is intended to provide data access and enable advanced computational methods, including artificial intelligence, for biological research.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Web of Biological Data Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Web of Biological Data Act of 2026.

What does WEB OF BIOLOGICAL DATA. of Web of Biological Data Act of 2026 do?

This section establishes the 'Web of Biological Data,' a centralized resource to facilitate biological research through advanced computational methods like artificial intelligence. The Secretary shall award a grant to a National Laboratory within 180 days of enactment to establish the Web. The Web will serve as a single point of entry for researchers to access biological data, especially data funded by the Federal Government. The Director, selected from a National Laboratory, will oversee the Web's implementation and enter into agreements with other entities to integrate data and secure funding. An implementation plan, including a cybersecurity plan and digitization strategies, must be submitted to Congress within one year of enactment. Phase I focuses on testing an initial version of the Web, prioritizing specific data subtypes and incorporating human-centered design principles. Phase II, occurring within five years of enactment, expands the Web to accommodate various data types and ensure accessibility to U.S. researchers. An advisory board will oversee the Web's implementation and ensure usability across sectors. The Director must conduct biannual independent cybersecurity assessments of the Web.

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Web of Biological Data Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/11/2026 · Introduced: 6/11/2026

Author: Matt Van Epps (R-TN)

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This bill establishes the 'Web of Biological Data,' a centralized resource for biological data access, particularly for data funded by the Federal Government.
The Secretary of Energy will award a grant to a National Laboratory to create and oversee the Web, with phased implementation prioritizing initial testing and subsequent expansion.
The Web will be subject to biannual independent cybersecurity assessments and guided by an advisory board to ensure usability and security.

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