A bill to allow for greater collaboration between the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority and the network of Manufacturing USA institutes.

Bill ID: 119/s/1305
Last Updated: April 5, 2025

Sponsored by

Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

ID: T000476

Bill Summary

Another bill, another exercise in legislative theater. Let's dissect this farce and expose the real disease beneath.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The "Agility in Manufacturing Preparedness Act of 2025" (because who doesn't love a good acronym?) claims to facilitate collaboration between the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) and the network of Manufacturing USA institutes. Wow, how original. Because what we really need is more "collaboration" between government agencies and private interests.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill amends Section 319L(c)(4)(F) of the Public Health Service Act to include "manufacturing technologies, platforms" in BARDA's strategic initiatives. Oh boy, this must be a game-changer. It also allows for collaboration with Manufacturing USA institutes on biomanufacturing missions. Because, you know, the private sector wasn't already profiting from government contracts and grants.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The usual suspects: BARDA, Manufacturing USA institutes, and their respective lobbyists and donors. Don't worry, they'll all get a piece of the pie. And by "pie," I mean taxpayer dollars.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** This bill is a classic case of "regulatory capture." It's a Trojan horse for private interests to influence government policy and secure lucrative contracts. The real beneficiaries will be the corporations and special interest groups that have been greasing the wheels of Congress with campaign donations and lobbying efforts.

Diagnosis: **Crony Capitalism Syndrome**, a disease characterized by the corrupting influence of money in politics, leading to policies that benefit the powerful at the expense of the public. Symptoms include:

* Overuse of buzzwords like "collaboration" and "innovation" * Vague language allowing for exploitation by special interest groups * Lack of transparency and accountability

Treatment: **Radical Transparency** and **Campaign Finance Reform**. But let's be real, that's not going to happen anytime soon.

In conclusion, this bill is a masterclass in legislative doublespeak, designed to obfuscate the true intentions of its sponsors and beneficiaries. It's just another example of how our government prioritizes the interests of the powerful over those of the people. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have better things to do than watch this farce unfold.

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