Senate Committee Again Advances Biotech Priorities for Defense
Senate Committee Again Advances Biotech Priorities for Defense The Senate Armed Service Committee’s release of the FY27 NDAA cements biotechnology as a defense priority and builds on the strategic biotechnology provisions in last year’s NDAA. 19 June 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – The The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) released its markup of the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and included a number of significant provisions focused on elevating and […]
Web of Biological Data Act of 2026
Web of Biological Data Act of 2026 This legislation would direct the Secretary of Energy to establish the Web of Biological Data (WOBD), a single point of entry for researchers to access high-quality biological data, especially those managed or funded by the federal government. Download
Congress Takes Steps to Make Biological Data a Strategic National Resource
Congress Takes Steps to Make Biological Data a Strategic National Resource As AI converges with biotechnology, the U.S. government must lead in the curation, management, and protection of biological data necessary to ensure America continues to lead the world in AIxBio 11 June 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – Today, a bipartisan and bicameral group of Members of Congress introduced legislation to provide streamlined access to high-quality biological data for U.S. researchers in the era of AIxBio. The Web of Biological […]
U.S. vs. China: Government Action on Key NSCEB Recommendations
New NSCEB Analysis: Chinese Government Leveraging U.S. Biotechnology Playbook 11 June 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – New analysis from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) shows how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is advancing its own biotechnology sector using strategies outlined in the NSCEB’s April 2025 Action Plan for U.S. biotechnology. This underscores the urgency for U.S. policymakers to implement NSCEB recommendations to strengthen our own biotech industry. The […]
NSCEB Statement on Pentagon’s Updated 1260H List
NSCEB Statement on Pentagon’s Updated 1260H List The updated list includes Chinese biotechnology companies that have ties to the Chinese military and elevates U.S. biotechnology as a critical national security priority 10 June 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – Today, the Chair and Vice Chair of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB), Senator Todd Young (R-IN) and Dr. Michelle Rozo, released a […]
Biotech Further Cemented as Top Tech Priority for Defense
Biotech Further Cemented as Top Tech Priority for Defense In the House Armed Service Committee markup of the FY27 NDAA, committee members made it clear that biotechnology remains a key component of national security policy by advancing biotechnology provisions. 08 June 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – The House Armed Services Committee (HASC) released its markup of the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill […]
NSCEB Monthly Newsletter – June 2026
NSCEB Monthly Newsletter June 2026 In June, we’re recognizing Biotech Month to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the bipartisan House BIOtech Caucus (which now has 62 members!). Keep an eye on NSCEB social media for upcoming highlights of biotech champions on Capitol Hill. Our District Spotlight Series has kicked off, and we are extending it through the summer. See below for additional information on hosting an event in your area. In Congress, bipartisan, bicameral legislation […]
Agriculture and Biotech Converging in Arkansas for U.S. National Security
Agriculture and Biotech Converging in Arkansas for U.S. National Security The nexus of agriculture and biotechnology innovation in Arkansas makes the Natural State a vital hub for transforming supply chains, biomanufacturing, and the future of American agriculture. 1, June 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Little Rock, Arkansas – On Friday, May 29th, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) traveled to […]
Congress Prioritizes Future Biotech Workforce and Talent Development
Congress Prioritizes Future Biotech Workforce and Talent Development New legislation harnesses America’s greatest strength to build a biotechnology workforce prepared to lead into the future. 20 May 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – Today, NSCEB Commissioner Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17-D) and Representative Rich McCormick (GA-7-R) introduced two bills that, combined with recent legislation from Representative Sarah McBride (DE-D), will strengthen America’s biotech talent pipelines and prepare the […]
Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act
Federal Biotechnology Workforce Assessment Act This legislation would direct the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to coordinate with the heads of each appropriate federal agency or department to define the biotechnology workforce and complete assessments of current and future biotechnology workforce needs. Download
