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Lawmakers Push for Licenses on Synthetic DNA Exports

12/13/2025

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A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers introduced bills requiring licenses before exporting synthetic DNA sequences.
The legislation aims to protect American biotech research from foreign adversaries, notably China and Russia.
Senator Tom Cotton emphasized safeguarding U.S. intellectual property that fuels biotech innovation.
The group includes Senators Maggie Hassan and Ted Budd, along with Representatives Warren Davidson and Chrissy Houlahan.
The bills reflect growing national security concerns in the biotech sector.

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A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers introduced bills requiring licenses before exporting synthetic DNA sequences.
The legislation aims to protect American biotech research from foreign adversaries, notably China and Russia.
Senator Tom Cotton emphasized safeguarding U.S. intellectual property that fuels biotech innovation.
The group includes Senators Maggie Hassan and Ted Budd, along with Representatives Warren Davidson and Chrissy Houlahan.
The bills reflect growing national security concerns in the biotech sector.