The present Act by the regional government of Burgenland 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 grant a high degree of safety. The text consists of 15 articles as follows: Purpose and sphere of application (1); Definition of terms (2); Regulations for bringing into circulation (3); Duty to as for authorization (4); Granting of authorization (5); Duty to inform the competent authorities (6); Fear of pollution (7); Competent authorities (8); Administrative proceedings (9); Inspection (10); Payment of compensation (11); Compensation for polluted products (12); Genetic Technology Register of Burgenland (13); Penalties (14); Final provisions (15).
Австрия · 2005-05-19