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BillHR 8918 · 119

BIO-SCALE Act

Introduced
May 20, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a program related to biotechnology, although specific details are unclear. Refers the program to committees for consideration of its provisions.

Sponsored By

James R. Baird
Republican · Indiana · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 20, 2026
  3. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill could affect government agencies and private companies involved in biotechnology, potentially changing how they operate or receive funding. The exact impact is uncertain due to lack of specific details in the available information.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure
IntroducedMay 20, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.