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- H.R.3477
H.R.3477: To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to restrict employers in obtaining, disclosing, and using of genetic information.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced May 16, 1996
- Latest Major Action June 7, 1996
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
29 (28 Democrats, 1 Independent)
Bill Summary
Amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to prohibit an employer from obtaining from any source genetic information about an employee or prospective employee without that person's written authorization meeting specified requirements. Allows aggrieved persons to bring civil actions for actual damages and equitable relief against employers who violate this Act. Declares that nothing in this Act authorizes an employer to obtain, disclose, or...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Economic and Educational Opportunities.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.
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| May 16, 1996 |
Introduced in the House by Joseph P. Kennedy II (D-Mass.) |