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

A health benefit plan, health maintenance organization or multiple employer welfare arrangement may not raise the premium or contribution rates paid for a group health benefit plan, refuse to issue…

Prohibits the distribution of consumers' DNA profiles submitted to direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies. Requires companies to provide a copy of their privacy policy to any consumer that…

Insurers may not refuse to issue or deliver any policy of life insurance or disability insurance that affords certain services and benefits or impose a higher premium rate or charge for those…

The Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) program funded research that explored the implications, challenges and opportunities associated with the possible use of genomic…

The Center for Public Health and Community Genomics promotes the integration of genomic discoveries into public health practice with emphasis on the ethical, legal, and social issues associated with…