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MS HB1194

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2015

Primary Sponsor

Bob Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 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: fines up to $5,000, imprisonment up to one year, or both
  • Applies to DNA testing discrimination by insurers as well as employers
  • Becomes effective July 1, 2015

Legislative Description

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

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2015

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/19/2015

Full Bill Text

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