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MS HB172

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/4/2014

Primary Sponsor

Bob Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits employers and insurers from using DNA test results to discriminate against patients or their blood relatives
  • Establishes criminal penalties for employer violations of up to $5,000 in fines and/or imprisonment for not more than one year
  • Takes effect July 1, 2014

Legislative Description

DNA testing; prohibit use of test results for discriminatory purposes.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/4/2014

Committee Referrals

Insurance1/13/2014

Full Bill Text

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