APHIS eFile: New SOP Template for Modified Microbe Movement Permits

[] [U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service] April 10, 2024 The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Biotechnology Regulatory Services (BRS) is announcing additional flexibilities and assistance for modified microbe movement permits in APHIS eFile. In response to stakeholder feedback and our desire to improve the efficiency and predictability of our permitting process, we are taking steps to reduce processing times and strengthen consistency when reviewing and issuing permits for microbes developed using genetic engineering. As part of this effort, BRS has standardized supplemental permit conditions for import and interstate movement permits for modified microbes and posted a voluntary [Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) template]( to assist applicants with completing applications for modified microbes movement permits under 7 CFR part 340. Applicants may elect to use this optional format when preparing SOPs to accompany permit applications. The template outlines topics and suggested information to include in SOPs that describe how applicants will maintain modified microbes to prevent their unauthorized release, spread and/or persistence in the environment. [Additional BRS APHIS eFile training resources are available on the website]( [Log on or create your new APHIS eFile account today to apply for BRS permits]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Bookmark and Share]( Questions about APHIS programs and services? [Contact Us]( STAY CONNECTED: [USDA blog]( [APHIS Facebook]( [APHIS Twitter]( [APHIS YouTube]( [Sign up for email updates]( [APHIS Flickr]( SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: [Manage Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Help]( --------------------------------------------------------------- This email was sent to {EMAIL} using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service · 4700 River Rd · Riverdale, MD 20737 [GovDelivery logo](