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IL SB0318
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends the Genetic Information Privacy Act to require employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, and licensing agencies to comply with federal genetic nondiscrimination laws including GINA, the ADA, Title VII, FMLA, OSHA, and related statutes.
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Prohibits employers from soliciting, requiring, or purchasing genetic tests or information as a condition of employment, and bars them from affecting employment terms or terminating employees based on genetic information.
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Forbids employers from using genetic information in workplace wellness programs unless employees provide written authorization, with results disclosed only in aggregate form that does not identify specific employees.
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Adds protection against employer penalties for employees who decline to disclose genetic information or refuse to participate in programs requiring such disclosure.
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Establishes limited exceptions allowing genetic testing for workers' compensation claims, law enforcement DNA analysis for quality control, and workplace genetic monitoring for toxic substance exposure when proper notice and authorization are provided.
Legislative Description
REGULATION-TECH
Last Action
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 100-0396
8/25/2017