Bill on National Forensic Science Laboratory passed
Summary
The House of Representatives has passed the National Forensic Science Laboratory (Establishment and Operation) Bill, 2083 BS, aimed at speeding up DNA testing and expanding services to the provincial level. The bill also includes provisions to prevent unauthorized release of data.
Key Points
- The House of Representatives unanimously passed the National Forensic Science Laboratory (Establishment and Operation) Bill, 2083 BS.
- Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Mahabir Pun said the bill is intended to make DNA testing faster and more effective and expand services to the provincial level.
- The bill includes provisions to prevent data from being released without authorization.
