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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 8268

Biotechnology for All High School Students Act

Biotechnology Education: High School Grant Program

To support biotechnology education for secondary school students, and for other purposes.

This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.

Legislative Progress

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While the bill has support from both parties, many education bills struggle to secure funding or move quickly through the full legislative process.

Key Points

  • This bill creates a new grant program to help high schools teach biotechnology. Schools can use the money to buy lab equipment, design new classes, and train teachers so students can learn about science and technology in hands-on ways.
  • The program focuses on helping schools that do not have much money or access to science tools. By providing these resources, the bill aims to give more students a chance to start careers in high-paying science fields regardless of where they live.
  • A new group called the National Biotechnology Education Consortium will be formed to help run the program. This group will include experts from the government, colleges, and private companies to make sure students are learning the right skills for future jobs.
  • Students could earn special certificates through these programs that show they have mastered specific science skills. These credentials can help them get jobs right after high school or give them a head start when they go to college.

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Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Apr 14, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Apr 14, 2026

Introduced in House

The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

To support biotechnology education for secondary school students, and for other purposes.

Bill NumberHR 8268
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(2)
D: 1R: 1

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