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This bill introduces new regulations concerning biotechnology use by state agencies in Oklahoma, specifically targeting companies deemed a national security risk by the federal government. The legislation defines two key terms: "biotechnology company of concern" as an entity designated by the federal government as being under the control of a foreign adversary and posing a risk to national security through multiomic data collection, and "multiomics" as a comprehensive biological analysis method that combines data from various research areas like genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics. Under this bill, any state agency receiving federal or state funds is prohibited from using or procuring biotechnology equipment or services from a designated company of concern, and is also barred from contracting with entities that use such biotechnology. Notably, the bill's implementation is contingent upon the enactment of a corresponding federal law that prohibits entities receiving federal funds from using biotechnology from companies associated with foreign adversaries. This legislation aims to protect state interests by preventing potential national security risks associated with sensitive biotechnological research and equipment.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb552&Session=2600