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H.R.341: Genetic Privacy and Nondiscrimination Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Jan. 7, 1997
- Latest Major Action Jan. 31, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (5 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Genetic Privacy and Nondiscrimination Act of 1997 - Establishes limitations regarding genetic information disclosure and use. Prohibits disclosure about an individual unless specifically authorized by the individual, or the individual's representative, through a written authorization that includes certain elements. Specifies the circumstances in which disclosure is allowed. (Sec. 5) Prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of genetic...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the Committee on Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Government Reform and Oversight, and Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Referred to House Commerce
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Referred to House Government Reform and Oversight
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Referred to House Education and the Workforce
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Human Resources.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Employer-Employee Relations.
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Jan. 7, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Cliff Stearns (R-Fla.) |