Don’t Sell My DNA Act
Don’t Sell My DNA Act
Plain Language Summary
# Don't Sell My DNA Act (S 1916) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Don't Sell My DNA Act would establish federal protections preventing companies from selling or sharing people's DNA information without explicit permission. While the bill's full text and specific provisions aren't detailed in the information provided, the title and sponsorship suggest it aims to give individuals control over their genetic data and restrict commercial use of DNA without consent. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would impact consumers who use DNA testing services (like ancestry or health screening companies), the genetic testing industry itself, and potentially healthcare providers and insurers who work with genetic information. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (S 1916, 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full chamber vote.
It was sponsored by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX). *Note: For complete details on specific provisions, protections included, and exemptions, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.