The National Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility: Issues for Congress

Shea, Dana A. ; Monke, Jim ; Gottron, Frank

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.

关键词: Agriculture;    Agricultural productivity;    Food safety;    Terrorism;    National security;   

RP-ID  :  RL34160
RP-ID  :  RL34160_2008Jun30

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来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

This report outlines current progress towards establishment of the National Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF), presents current and projected funding levels and timelines, and describes policy issues of potential interest to Congress, such as agency coordination, possession of viruses, construction timelines, disposition of PIADC, and community safety concerns.