SB 747 - Dougherty, Pat
Prohibits use of genetic information and testing for insurance purposes
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
2778S.01I
Title
SB 747
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
S78
Effective Date
August 28, 2004
Current Status
Second Read and Referred S Small Business, Insurance and Industrial Relations Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 747 - This act broadens the definition of "genetic information" and "genetic testing". Under this act, no insurer may deny coverage to an individual or impose different premium rates on the basis of the individual's genetic information. This act applies to applications for coverage made on or after August 28, 2004, and to policies issued or renewed after such date. Under this act, an employer may not obtain genetic information of an employee or prospective employee nor shall an employer require the collection of a DNA sample of an employee or prospective employee. This act also broadens the scope of relief for a person harmed by genetic testing to include civil damages.
This act is identical to SB 114 (2003).
STEPHEN WITTE