To improve the biodetection functions of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
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Passed HouseReceived; read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland …
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Mr. Strong (for himself and Mr. Higgins of Louisiana) introduced …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs DHS to assess how it uses Department of Energy national laboratories for biodetection research and develop a strategy for improved coordination within 180 days.
Who Benefits and How
DHS biodefense programs benefit from improved lab coordination. DOE national labs may gain research partnerships. BioWatch program gains technology assessment.
Who Bears the Burden and How
DHS must complete assessment and strategy within 180 days. Requires coordination with GAO studies.
Key Provisions
- Assessment of DOE lab utilization for DHS biodetection missions
- Strategy for biodetection R&D coordination
- Identify technologies meeting BioWatch mission needs
- Report to congressional committees within 180 days
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
Requires DHS assessment of DOE national laboratory utilization for biodetection research
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Improve DHS-DOE coordination on biodetection technology"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of Homeland Security
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