If the Department of Justice plans to modify or supplement the core genetic markers needed for compatibility with the CODIS system, it shall notify the Judiciary Committee of the Senate and the Judiciary Committee of the House of Representatives in writing not later than 180 days before any change is made and explain the reasons for such change.
Structure US Code
Title 34— CRIME CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Subtitle IV— Criminal Records and Information
CHAPTER 407— DNA IDENTIFICATION
SUBCHAPTER II— TRAINING, TECHNOLOGY, RESEARCH, AND EXPANDED USE
§ 40721. Report to Congress on plans to modify CODIS system
§ 40722. DNA training and education for law enforcement, correctional personnel, and court officers
§ 40723. Sexual assault forensic exam program grants
§ 40724. DNA research and development
§ 40725. National Forensic Science Commission
§ 40726. DNA identification of missing persons
§ 40727. Kirk Bloodsworth Post-Conviction DNA Testing Grant Program
§ 40728. Establishment of best practices for evidence retention