2023 Senate Bill 620

Health: research; pathogen enhancement engineering or research; prohibit and provide for a reward in certain situations.

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 2670.

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Prohibits any form of pathogen enhancement engineering or research, defining such activities as felonies punishable by up to 5 years in prison, a fine of up to $100,000, or both. Additionally, it establishes a reward of $50,000 for individuals who report violations leading to the discovery of such prohibited activities.

Introduced in the Senate

Oct. 26, 2023

Introduced by Sen. Ed McBroom (R-38) and three co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Michele Hoitenga (R-36), Joseph Bellino (R-16) and Jonathan Lindsey (R-17)

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations