- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 2
- Latest action
- May 20, 2026
What it does
The BIO-SCALE Act would establish at least three regional, nonprofit, open-access technology maturation facilities to support the bioindustrial sector by advancing the development, testing, and scaling of bio-based technologies for commercialization. These facilities would be operated by eligible entities such as public and private foundations, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education incorporated and primarily operating in the United States, with funding authorized at $345 million for FY2026–2028 and $117 million for FY2029–2030. The Secretary of Commerce would oversee the competitive selection of facilities, prioritize geographic distribution and proximity to…
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