NSCEB Commissioners, including Congresswoman Stephanie Bice (OK-05), visited Oklahoma City on Tuesday to highlight the state’s expanding role in the national biotechnology sector. The group met with local biotech leaders and state officials to discuss developments in the industry.
“It was my honor to have the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology in Oklahoma City,” said Congresswoman Bice. “As a commissioner, I have been focused on highlighting the growing bioeconomy in our state and advocating for policies that strengthen our national security.”
NSCEB Vice Chair Michelle Rozo also recognized Oklahoma’s contributions. “Through investments in emerging technologies and in the future biotech workforce, Oklahoma is strengthening the state’s economy and contributing to America’s national security.”
During their visit, commissioners toured BioTC, a hub for biotech workforce development, and held discussions at Innovation Hall with industry leaders about workforce training, biomanufacturing, and growth opportunities within Oklahoma’s life sciences field.
Oklahoma Secretary of Commerce Deborah Moorad commented on recent progress: “Our state is achieving remarkable progress in the bioscience industry, driven by strong collaboration between the private sector and community leaders.”
Congresswoman Stephanie Bice has represented Oklahoma’s 5th District since 2021 after serving previously in the Oklahoma Senate from 2014 to 2020. She was born in Oklahoma City in 1973 and graduated from Oklahoma State University, Stillwater with a Bachelor of Science degree. More information about this event can be found at https://www.biotech.senate.gov/press-releases/nsceb-visits-biomanufacturing-and-biotech-innovation-hub-supporting-national-economic-security-in-oklahoma-city/
