House Bills - 110th Congress

H.R. 977—The Genomic Research and Accessibility Act

On February 9, 2007, Representative Xavier Becerra (D-CA) introduced, along with Representative Dave Weldon (R-FL), H.R. 977, the Genomic Research and Accessibility Act. The measure would amend chapter 10 of title 35, United States Code, to prohibit the patenting of human genetic material. The bill was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Legislative Update (June 2008): Patenting of Genetic Material