The BWATA extended the scope of bio-warfare materials regulation to include private individuals and non-state organizations. Drafted by Francis Boyle. Loophole: Sec. 2(b) has a “peaceful purposes” clause. SEC. 2. PURPOSE AND INTENT. (a) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this Act is to— (1) implement the Biological Weapons Convention, an international agreement unanimously ratified by the United…