What does Preamble of Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish in the Department of Agriculture an Office of Biotechnology Policy, and for other purposes,' aims to amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act.

What does OFFICE OF BIOTECHNOLOGY POLICY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. of Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act do?

This section amends the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to establish an Office of Biotechnology Policy within the Department. The Secretary of Agriculture is directed to prioritize biotechnology by coordinating policies and activities related to biotechnology, biomanufacturing, synthetic biology, and related technologies. The Office of Biotechnology Policy will be headed by a Director who reports to the Secretary. The Office is responsible for developing and coordinating Department policies related to biotechnology, including research and development, communication, regulation, and commercialization. The Office will assist other Department offices and agencies in fulfilling biotechnology-related responsibilities. The Office is tasked with ensuring coordination of interagency activities with the Environmental Protection Agency, the Food and Drug Administration, and other relevant Federal and State agencies. The Office is required to consult with biotechnology developers, academics, agricultural producers, and other affected entities.

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Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act

Last updated: 9/3/2025 · Introduced: 9/3/2025

Author: Alex Padilla (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes an Office of Biotechnology Policy within the Department of Agriculture to coordinate policies and activities related to biotechnology and related technologies.
The Office of Biotechnology Policy will develop and coordinate Department policies concerning biotechnology research, regulation, and commercialization.
The Office is required to ensure coordination of interagency activities with agencies like the Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration.

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