Genetic Research Studies Nondisclosure Act

This act governs the confidentiality of information gathered or generated in the course of genetic research studies. It works by defining the terms that set its scope — chiefly what qualifies as a genetic research study and which information falls under its protection — and then imposing a restriction on disclosure of that information. It is a narrow enactment, supplying a nondisclosure protection for research participants rather than a broader regulatory framework for the conduct of genetic research itself.

Editorial summary generated from the text of this act. It is not part of the statute — read the sections below for the operative language.