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Vienna Genetic Technology Precaution Law.

Country/Territory
Austria
Territorial subdivision
Wien
Document type
Legislation
Date
2005
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Wiener Landesgesetzblatt,Text No. 53, 21 January 2005, pp. 21-27.
Long title
Law on precautionary measures concerning genetic technology.
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Basic legislation Genetically modified organism (GMO) Pollution control EIA Inspection Ecosystem preservation Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Western Europe
Abstract

This Act regulates the handling of, 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 grant a high degree of safety. The text consists of 12 articles as follows: Purpose and sphere of application (1); Definition of terms (2); Regulations for bringing into circulation (3); Authorizations (4);Information (5); Official assignment (6); Surveyance (7); Genetic Technology Register of Vienna (8); Competent authorities (9); Penalties (10); Gender issues (11); Entry into force (13).

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