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 requires the Secretary of Energy to establish a centralized resource for data access. This resource is intended to enable advanced computational methods, including artificial intelligence, in 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 data resource to facilitate biological research through advanced computational methods, including 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, particularly 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 cybersecurity measures and data acquisition 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, will expand the Web to accommodate various data types and be accessible to U.S. researchers. An advisory board will be established to oversee the Web's implementation and ensure usability across sectors.

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Web of Biological Data Act of 2026

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

Author: Todd Young (R-IN)

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This bill establishes the 'Web of Biological Data,' a centralized resource for biological data access, particularly data funded by the federal government.
The Secretary of Energy will award a grant to a National Laboratory to establish and oversee the Web, with an initial phase focused on testing and a subsequent phase expanding data types and accessibility.
An advisory board will be created to guide the Web's implementation and ensure its usability for researchers across various sectors.

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