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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Oct 12, 2000
Dangerous Biological Agent and Toxin Control Act of 2000 - Amends the Federal criminal code to make unlawful: (1) the possession of any biological agent, toxin, or delivery system not reasonably justified by a prophylactic, protective, or other peaceful purpose; (2) the handling of such an agent, toxin, or system in a manner that grossly deviates from accepted norms; and (3) the communication of false information concerning the existence of such prohibited activities. Requires a person to report the possession and transfer of select biological agents. Provides: (1) criminal and civil penalties; and (2) authorized waivers with respect to persons possessing select agents in the course of employment. Protects all information provided from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] · D–DE
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10421-10424)
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S10421)
Introduced in Senate
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