HB5830: American Genetic Privacy Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To prohibit commercial DNA testing services from disclosing the genetic information of United States nationals to foreign entities, and for other purposes.
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The American Genetic Privacy Act of 2023 would prevent commercial DNA testing companies from sharing Americans' genetic information with foreign entities or governments. Genetic information means DNA data collected from consumer DNA tests. The bill affects DNA testing companies like ancestry and health testing services that handle customer genetic data. Currently, the bill has been introduced in Congress and is awaiting review.
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HB5830: American Genetic Privacy Act of 2023
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Sponsors
Tim Burchett
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (6)
Warren Davidson
Anna Luna
Jeff Duncan
Jodey Arrington
John Moolenaar