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To establish in the Department of Defense a program to support the expansion of domestic bioindustrial manufacturing capacity.

USA119th CongressHR-5187| House 
| Updated: 9/8/2025
Ro Khanna

Ro Khanna

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
John Garamendi (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill authorizes the Department of Defense (DoD) to establish a program within one year of enactment to expand domestic bioindustrial manufacturing capacity . The program aims to support the commercial-level production of critical biomanufactured products through competitive awards granted to eligible private entities. These awards can be used for establishing, upgrading, or retooling bioindustrial manufacturing facilities within the United States. When selecting award recipients, the Secretary of Defense must consider several criteria, including the technology's potential to improve domestic resilience and protect critical supply chains, its ability to meet warfighter demands, and the facility's repurposing capabilities. Additional considerations include promoting wide geographic distribution of facilities and their proximity to input materials or established biomanufacturing hubs. The Secretary will also establish oversight and reporting requirements for award recipients, detailing their progress, timelines, products, and agreements with the DoD. The bill mandates initial and annual reports to Congress, detailing the allocation plan, a list of awards made, and how these investments align with DoD priorities and national security. This program is set to terminate 10 years after enactment, though the President may extend it if deemed necessary for national economic and security needs.
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Timeline
Sep 8, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 8, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • September 8, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 8, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • HR 119-3838: Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

To establish in the Department of Defense a program to support the expansion of domestic bioindustrial manufacturing capacity.

USA119th CongressHR-5187| House 
| Updated: 9/8/2025
This bill authorizes the Department of Defense (DoD) to establish a program within one year of enactment to expand domestic bioindustrial manufacturing capacity . The program aims to support the commercial-level production of critical biomanufactured products through competitive awards granted to eligible private entities. These awards can be used for establishing, upgrading, or retooling bioindustrial manufacturing facilities within the United States. When selecting award recipients, the Secretary of Defense must consider several criteria, including the technology's potential to improve domestic resilience and protect critical supply chains, its ability to meet warfighter demands, and the facility's repurposing capabilities. Additional considerations include promoting wide geographic distribution of facilities and their proximity to input materials or established biomanufacturing hubs. The Secretary will also establish oversight and reporting requirements for award recipients, detailing their progress, timelines, products, and agreements with the DoD. The bill mandates initial and annual reports to Congress, detailing the allocation plan, a list of awards made, and how these investments align with DoD priorities and national security. This program is set to terminate 10 years after enactment, though the President may extend it if deemed necessary for national economic and security needs.
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Timeline
Sep 8, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 8, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • September 8, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 8, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Ro Khanna

Ro Khanna

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
John Garamendi (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • HR 119-3838: Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted