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Unless otherwise directed under this section, a biological specimen may be released for purposes of anonymous scientific study. At the time of newborn screening specimen collection, the parent or legal guardian of the child from whom a biological specimen was obtained may direct the department to: (1) return the specimen after all tests have been performed; (2) destroy the specimen; or (3) store a specimen but do not release is for anonymous study. Signed by the Governor July 13, 2007. Bill Status: Enacted

This bill authorizes designated administrators to take action if it is determined that a person has engaged, is engaging in, or has taken a substantial step toward engaging in an act of discrimination prohibited under the state genetic nondiscrimination laws that applies to employers. Measure failed. Bill Status: Died

This bill requires a state agency or education institution to obtain written consent from parents or eligible students before collecting any certain data points, including a biometric record (defined to include DNA). Died. Bill Status: Died

This bill requires a state agency or education institution to obtain written consent from parents or eligible students before collecting any certain data points, including a biometric record (defined to include DNA). Died. Bill Status: Died

Protects the privacy of student data, which encompasses biometric records. Biometric records is defined to include DNA. Died. Bill Status: Died

Protects the privacy of student data, which encompasses biometric records. Biometric records is defined to include DNA. Died. Bill Status: Died

Prohibits school districts from collecting biometric information, including DNA sequences, on students without the express written consent of parents or legal guardians. Died. Bill Status: Died

Requires state education agencies to obtain parental consent to collect biometric records from parents, K-12 students or through data sharing agreements with any other entity. Biometric records are defined to include DNA sequences. Died. Bill Status: Died

Prohibits school districts from collecting biometric information on any student without the express written consent of the student’s parent or legal guardian. Biometric information is defined to include a DNA sequence and newborn screening information. Died. Bill Status: Died

Prohibits school district from collecting biometric information on any student without express written consent of the student’s parent or legal guardian. Biometric information includes a DNA sequence. Died. Bill Status: Died