| About Biotechnology Regulatory Services |
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In the regulation of genetically engineered organisms, BRS is part of a science-based federal regulatory framework to protect America's agricultural resources and the broader environment.
View APHIS Biotechnology Regulatory History
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BRS has established five goals that set program direction and provide the foundation for decisionmaking. Mission and vision statements also provide insight into priorities established for APHIS BRS.
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The work of BRS is coordinated across four program divisions; Policy Coordination Programs, Environmental Risk Analysis, Regulatory Operations Programs, and Resource Management Programs. Each program plays a unique role in accomplishing BRS goals. These programs are located at APHIS Headquarters in Riverdale, MD. There are also regional offices within the Regulatory Operations Program at Ft. Collins, CO and Raleigh, NC. Learn more about BRS' organizational structure by viewing our organizational chart.
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Learn about the functions of BRS':
- Deputy Administrator's Office
- Office of Science
- Policy Coordination
- Environmental Risk Analysis
- Regulatory Operations
- Resource Management
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Directions to APHIS BRS Headquarters
By Mail:By E-Mail:USDA APHIS BRS
4700 River Road, Unit 147
Riverdale, MD 20737
- Regulatory questions or to contact a biotechnologist:
biotechquery@aphis.usda.gov - Unauthorized or accidental release of regulated article or compliance issue, accidental or unauthorized release of a regulated article:
BRSCompliance@aphis.usda.gov
- BRS Headquarters: (301) 734-7324
- Media Inquiries: APHIS Legislative and Public Affairs, (301) 734-7799
- BRS Compliance: (301) 734-5690, by fax at: (301) 734-8669
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