HR 3033
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Infectious Agents Control Act of 1996
Introduced: March 6, 1996
Introduced by:
Markey, Edward J.
Democratic
· Massachusetts
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Everywhere this bill has been
4 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Mar 18, 1996
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Mar 6, 1996
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Mar 6, 1996
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E294-295)
Mar 6, 1996
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Infectious Agents Control Act of 1996 - Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to: (1) issue rules to regulate the transfer in the United States of infectious agents that have the potential to pose a severe threat to the public health and safety; (2) regulate such transfer; and (3) establish and maintain a list of such agents. Empowers the Secretary to assess a civil monetary penalty for violations. Mandates a criminal fine or imprisonment for a knowing violation.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Committees of jurisdiction
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