Bill > HR5770

This bill establishes a comprehensive biotechnology workforce training program for the Department of Defense (DoD) that must be implemented within one year of enactment. The program will provide annual training for military members, civilian employees, and DoD contractors whose work involves biotechnology, including creating or deploying novel biotechnologies, analyzing biological threats, and conducting research and development. The training will cover fundamental science, technological concepts, practical applications across various sectors, the role of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing, government support mechanisms, ethical considerations, risk mitigation strategies, and future technological trends. The Secretary of Defense must develop the training program in consultation with DoD leadership, customize materials to align with specific mission needs, and ensure interactive learning with experts from private, public, and nonprofit sectors. The program will include access to professional military education courses and will be updated annually to reflect advances in biotechnology. Participants must complete training annually, and the Secretary must establish performance measurement mechanisms and provide a implementation plan to congressional armed services committees. The training program will sunset after five years, with key terms like "artificial intelligence" defined according to existing federal guidelines. The overall goal is to enhance the DoD's biotechnology workforce capabilities and preparedness.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5770/all-info