Biosecurity Smuggling Deterrence Act of 2026
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Summary
The Biosecurity Smuggling Deterrence Act of 2026 establishes mandatory minimum sentences for federal crimes related to biological agent smuggling. Specifically, it imposes a minimum 20-year sentence for conspiracy to smuggle biological agents into the United States, a minimum 20-year sentence for direct smuggling of biological agents, and a minimum 5-year sentence for making false statements to federal agents in connection with biological agent smuggling or importation. These mandatory minimums apply to offenses committed after the bill's enactment.
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