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Committee adopts substitute restricting certain foreign-linked genetic sequencers; bill cited as national-security and research-protection measure
Summary
Committee adopted and favorably recommended a second substitute of HB 182 on March 4, 2025, which would limit use of genetic sequencers and sequencing services tied to foreign adversaries and carry enforcement provisions; witnesses cited national-security risks and academic carve-outs.
A House committee on March 4 adopted the second substitute to HB 182, a measure that would restrict the use of genetic-sequencing equipment and services associated with specified foreign-adversary entities and align the state's approach with recent federal steps.
Representative Brooks, the sponsor, framed the bill as protecting personal genetic data and preserving eligibility for federal research funds. Adam Gardner of State Armor and Jackie Deal (testifying from Washington, D.C.) described concerns about Beijing Genomics Institute (BGI) and other…
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