H.R. 3472 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To establish a Federal interagency task force to promote the benefits, safety, and potential uses of agricultural biotechnology to improve human and animal nutrition, increase crop productivity, and improve agricultural sustainability while ensuring the safety of food and the environment.
H.R. 3472 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Nov 6, 2003, sponsored by Nick Smith with 18 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Nov 6, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 18
- Policy area
- Agriculture and Food
What it does
Establishes the Federal Interagency Task Force to Promote the Benefits, Safety, and Potential Uses of Agricultural Biotechnology to improve interagency cooperation and to develop and disseminate accurate written scientific information on the benefits, safety, and potential uses of agricultural biotechnology. Terminates the Task Force ten years after enactment of this Act.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Nick Smith (R-MI). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 12 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 6, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Executive Comment Requested from USDA. (Nov 21, 2003)
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