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BIO Statement on December 2025 ACIP Meeting

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Phyllis Arthur, Executive Vice President and Head of Health Policy and Programs of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) released the following statement on the December 2025 ACIP meeting.“For decades, the CDC’s Advisory…

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BIO Statement on the Retirement of Richard Pazdur…

WASHINGTON, D.C. – John F. Crowley, President and CEO of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) released the following statement on reports of the retirement of Richard Pazdur from the US FDA.“Dr. Pazdur has dedicated decades of his career…

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BIO Statement on House Passage of Mikaela Naylon…

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) released the following statement on today’s passage of the Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act in the House of Representatives.“The unanimous House passage of the Mikaela Naylon…

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Viola Davis, Acclaimed Actress and Producer with Award-winning Journalist Brooke Baldwin Take Center Stage at BIO International Convention

May 23, 2024

WASHINGTON - (May 23, 2024) – Viola Davis, award-winning actress and producer, will discuss “The Convergence of Entrepreneurship and Innovation” with award-winning journalist and bestselling author Brooke Baldwin at the 2024 BIO International…

New BIOSECURE bill "reinforces the national security imperative of the biotechnology industry"

May 9, 2024

House lawmakers today unveiled a new draft of the BIOSECURE Act. Shortly after, BIO President and CEO, John F. Crowley, made the following statement: "The BIOSECURE bill released in the House today reinforces the national security imperative of the…

BIO Statement on EPA/FDA/USDA Release of Plans for Reforming Regulation of Animal, Microbial and Plant Biotechnology

May 8, 2024

“BIO is pleased to see today’s report released by EPA, FDA and USDA outlining the joint plan for regulatory reform under the Coordinated Framework for Regulation of Biotechnology to support and sustain biotech innovation and continue growing the U.S…

BIO Applauds Farm Bill Progress, Calls for 'Innovation-Centric' Bill

May 2, 2024

BIO commends the leaders and members of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees on their persistence and dedication toward passing a new farm bill this year. The farm bill is vital policy that benefits all Americans, including nutrition programs…

BIO Statement Re Updated GREET Model to Measure Lifecycle Emissions from Sustainable Aviation Fuels

April 30, 2024

The following statement may be attributed to Beth Ellikidis, BIO's Vice President for Agriculture & Environment: “Today’s release of an updated methodology to qualify crop-based sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for federal tax credits is a…

Admiral William McRaven to Keynote
2024 BIO Convention

April 30, 2024

Retired U.S. Navy (SEAL) Four-Star Admiral and the Former Chancellor of The University of Texas System, William McRaven, to Discuss Leadership, Global Events, and the National Security Importance of Biotechnology with BIO CEO, John CrowleyWASHINGTON…

BIO Reiterates Lack of Basis for Mexico’s Ban on Genetically Modified Corn

March 15, 2024

Seed technology companies comply with Mexico’s biosafety regulations, and Mexico should do the same, BIO said today in its response to the panel set up to determine if Mexico’s ban on imports of genetically modified corn violate its commitments…

Biotechnology is a national security Imperative, says BIO CEO

March 13, 2024

BIO President & CEO John F. Crowley announced today that BIO would take several important steps to reaffirm the organization’s position with regards to national security and the role that the industry plays as a vital strategic asset: “As a…

WTO 13th Ministerial Conference outcome "positive" for IP, future of biotech industry

March 1, 2024

Following the conclusion of the WTO 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi, John Murphy -- BIO's Chief Policy Officer -- made the following statement: “We are encouraged that WTO Members did not agree to extend an intellectual property…

New Season of I am BIO Podcast to Showcase Life-Changing Biotech Breakthroughs

February 23, 2024

New Season of I am BIO Podcast to Showcase Life-Changing Biotech BreakthroughsLaunching February 27, spring 2024 season exploresa new CRISPR therapy, advances in microbiome research, biotech for pets and more WASHINGTON – (Feb. 23, 2024) –…

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