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Upper Austria Genetic Technology Precaution Law 2006.

Country/Territory
Austria
Territorial subdivision
Oberösterreich
Document type
Legislation
Date
2006 (2013)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
Law on precautionary measures concerning genetic technology.
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Genetically modified organism (GMO) Pollution control EIA Inspection Ecosystem preservation Liability/compensation Registration Data collection/reporting Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Western Europe
Abstract

The present Act regulates the handling, and bringing into circulation, of genetically modified organisms, as well as the use of genetic analysis and genetic therapy for human beings. Purpose of this Act is the protection of human beings and the environment against harmful effects of genetically manipulated organisms in order to ensure a high degree of safety. The text consists of 12 articles as follows: Purpose and sphere of application (1); Definition of terms (2); Duty to notify (3); Procedure (4); Information and marking (5); Official assignment (6); Compensation (7); Genetic Authorities (8); Inspection, duty to give information (9); Genetic Technology Register of Upper Austria (10); Transmission of data (11); Penalties (12); Entry into force (13).

Full text
German
Website
www.ris.bka.gv.at

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Upper Austria Safety Distances Ordinance.

Legislation | Austria | 2009

Keyword: Plant production, Vegetables/legumes, Genetically modified organism (GMO), Genetic resources, Biotechnology

Source: FAO, FAOLEX