Bill · H.R. 4729· House(119-HR-4729)
To codify Executive Order 14292 relating to improving the safety and security of biological research.
- Introduced
- 7/23/2025
- Last activity
- 7/23/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Keith Self
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill aims to codify Executive Order 14292. The order relates to improving the safety and security of biological research. By passing this, the Executive Order would have the force and effect of law.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak?+5
The bill codifies safety and security measures for biological research which helps mitigate future biological threats.
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill converts an executive order into a statutory mandate, increasing the legislative authority and permanence of federal biological oversight.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+3
Strengthening biological research security helps protect against biological data breaches or cyber-attacks on research infrastructure.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Improved Safety and Security: The bill seeks to codify actions relating to improving the safety and security of biological research (Section 1). This could lead to better protections regarding biological research.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain information regarding potential negative consequences or burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Improves Pandemic Preparedness+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- 7/23/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Introduced in House