Texas SB1488 restricts research on potentially pandemic pathogens and mandates reporting requirements and civil penalties for non-compliance.

Texas SB1488 aims to restrict research on potentially pandemic pathogens within the state. It prohibits institutions of higher education from conducting or funding gain of function research on such pathogens. Entities intending to conduct research on potentially pandemic pathogens must submit a detailed report to the department at least 90 days before starting the research. The report must include specifics about the research location, scope, funding source, pathogen identity, potential public impacts, and containment measures.

Texas SB1488 restricts research on potentially pandemic pathogens and mandates reporting requirements and civil penalties for non-compliance.

Texas SB1488 aims to restrict research on potentially pandemic pathogens within the state. It prohibits institutions of higher education from conducting or funding gain of function research on such pathogens. Entities intending to conduct research on potentially pandemic pathogens must submit a detailed report to the department at least 90 days before starting the research. The report must include specifics about the research location, scope, funding source, pathogen identity, potential public impacts, and containment measures.