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SC S0731

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carlisle Kennedy

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits companies or individuals from selling a person's genetic material (DNA or RNA) without prior written consent

  • Requires consent to be obtained through a standalone, conspicuous document that deals only with selling or sharing genetic information and includes opt-out options for different levels of sharing

  • Establishes that companies have no legal rights to an individual's genetic information; only the individual may own their genetic information

  • Creates a private right of action allowing individuals to sue for violations, with remedies including injunctive relief and damages of $500 per violation or actual monetary loss, whichever is greater

  • Takes effect upon Governor's approval

Legislative Description

Genetic Information

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor, Commerce and Industry12/10/2025

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