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1. GINA WILL PROTECT YOU, JUST NOT FROM DEATH: THE GENETIC INFORMATION NONDISCRIMINATION ACT AND ITS FAILURE TO INCLUDE LIFE INSURANCE WITHIN ITS PROTECTIONS.

Author

Kostecka, Brianna E.

Subjects
*ANTI-discrimination laws, *LABOR laws, *DISCRIMINATION in insurance, *DISCRIMINATION against people with disabilities, *GENETIC disorder laws, *HUMAN genetics laws, *PREVENTION
Abstract

The article offers information regarding the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). GINA mandates nondiscriminatory acts among people with genetically modified disease that restricts them from getting a job and insurances. Yet, it does not regard provisions for life insurance industry. It analyzes the effect of GINA on state laws, particularly the genetic discrimination law in New Jersey. It considers the rectification of GINA to assert anti-discrimination in life insurance companies.

Published
2009

2. Behind the Genetic In formation Nondiscrimination Act of 2008: The act's DNA sets out to protect the confidentiality of yours.

Author

Erwin, Cheryl

Subjects
*GENETIC disorder laws, *PRIVACY, *CONFIDENTIAL communications & ethics, *ANTI-discrimination laws, *LABOR laws, *DISCRIMINATION in insurance, *PREVENTION
Abstract

The article discusses the U.S. Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA). GINA aims to protect patient privacy and confidentiality while preventing discrimination against individuals based upon their genetic conditions. GINA's primary focus is the prevention of discrimination related to health insurance status and employment.

Published
2009
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3. House Clears Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill.

Subjects
*GENETIC disorder laws, *FAMILIAL diseases, *LEGISLATIVE bills, *EMPLOYMENT discrimination, *DISCRIMINATION in insurance
Abstract

The article reports that the U.S. House has passed a genetic nondiscrimination bill that has been languishing in the Congress over a decade. The bill passed the Senate earlier, and the White House has indicated its support. The bill makes it illegal to deny insurance or employment to people based on their genetic information. It also bars employers or insurers from requiring genetic tests, except in certain cases regarding hiring for law enforcement crime labs and the armed forces.

Published
2008

4. Senate Passes Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill.

Subjects
*GENETIC disorder laws, *LEGISLATIVE bills, *DISCRIMINATION in insurance, *EMPLOYMENT discrimination
Abstract

The article reports that the U.S. Senate has passed a genetic nondiscrimination bill that has been languishing in the Congress for over a decade. House leaders expect to take up the same bill and pass it quickly and send it to the White House. The measure would make it illegal to deny insurance or employment to people based on their genetic information.

Published
2008

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