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House Roll Call #493 Details - OpenCongress

2011-06-24T01:00:00Z

Back to Main Bill Page. June 24, 2011 Roll call number 493 in the House. Question On Passage: H J RES 68 Authorizing the limited use of the United States Armed Forces in support of the NATO mission in Libya. Ayes: 123 (Democrat: 115; ...

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UPDATED: DECEMBER CRIMINAL REPORT, DEADLY GENETIC CODE ...

2008-12-14T19:00:00Z

H.R.493, genetic discrimination defraud legislation was created to also secure congressional funding for these executive branch psycho-pathetics to create deadly, multifaceted, genetic obstruction medicines. This is why disproportionate ...

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DECEMBER CRIMINAL REPORT: DEADLY DEFRAUD GENETIC CODE OBSTRUCTIONS ...

2008-12-13T19:00:00Z

Foremost, H.R.493 - Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 is a deadly piece of legislation that must be removed. Deadly health care programs have been created under this legislative subterfuge, specifically to advance the ...

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The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008_News-About-Adobe ...

2008-12-13T19:00:00Z

[1] The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was passed as H.R. 493 in April 2008, but H.R. 1424 lived on, as a House Resolution passed to the Senate, I think. The Senate Majority and Minority Leaders chose the (slightly defunct) ...

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Presidential politics Â» Blog Archive Â» Wade claims to have given ...

2008-11-27T19:00:00Z

President Bush Signs H.R. 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 · 2 plead not guilty in Ky. to Obama effigy charges (AP) · Fla. man pleads not guilty to Bush, Obama threat (AP) · Son of Tenn. ...

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President Bush Signs H.R. 1593, the Second Chance Act of 2007 ...

2008-11-25T19:00:00Z

President Bush Signs H.R. 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, WhiteHouse, White House News, 0, 05.21.08 03:53 PM. President Bush Signs H.R. 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 ...

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President Bush Signs Landmark Genetic Nondiscrimination ...

2008-11-08T19:00:00Z

President George W. Bush signs HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, Wednesday, May 21, 2008, in the Oval Office. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act would prevent health insurers from canceling, ...

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JIMMY AKIN.ORG: Gattica! Gattica!

2008-10-23T20:00:00Z

As I previously mentioned, H.R. 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), was introduced to prevent insurance companies and employers from refusing to cover individuals or families based on the results of genetic tests. ...

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Ethical Responsbilities After GINA | Clinical Correlations

2008-10-23T20:00:00Z

Bill H.R. 493 at http://thomas.loc.gov 2. Hudson K, Holohan Mk, Collins F. Keeping pace with the times â€“the Genetic Information Nondisrcimination Act of 2008. N Engl J Med 2008; 358: 2661-2663. 3. Hampton T. Congress passes bill to ban ...

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Sen. Barack Obama [D-IL]â€™s Voting Record

2008-10-22T20:00:00Z

On Passage - Senate - HR493 as Amended. Bill Passed 95-0, 5 not voting. Senate Roll #112. Apr 24, 2008 12:39 PM. No Vote. On Passage - Senate - S.1315 as Amended. Bill Passed 96-1, 3 not voting. Senate Roll #111. Apr 24, 2008 12:16 PM ...

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Iowa Politics

2008-10-21T20:00:00Z

H.R. 493 - Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. (Latham is a cosponsor) Prohibits health insurance plans from discriminating in enrollment, eligibility, contribution rates, and premium rates based on genetic information. ...

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Personal Genome Project: Is Sharing Genetic Profiles on the ...

2008-10-19T20:00:00Z

Representative Slaughter, and MacIntosh, Louise, Legislation H.R. 493, To Prohibit Discrimination on the Basis of Genetic Information With Respect to Health Insurance and Employment, January 16, 2007. Roche, Patricia A., J.D., ...

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Congress To Address Health Issues In New Legislative Session

2008-10-13T20:00:00Z

Genetics non-discrimination: A "behind-the-scenes veto threat from the White House apparently kept a popular genetics anti-discrimination measure" (HR 493) from being attached to the FY 2008 omnibus spending bill (PL 110-161), ...

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Curing Disease or Playing God: Obama and McCain on Genetics ...

2008-10-12T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was eventually passed in 2008 as HR 493. In his ScienceDebate answer, Senator Obama says specifically, "I have been a long-time supporter of the recently passed Genetic Information ...

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Curing Disease or Playing God: Obama and McCain on Genetics ...

2008-10-12T20:00:00Z

New government documents in Milner Library, September 2008

2008-10-09T20:00:00Z

Call No: Y 1.1/8:110-612, Title: Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (HR 493) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment : report (to ...

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Iowa Politics

2008-10-07T20:00:00Z

Traditional Health Insurance and Modern Health Information Donâ€™t Mix

2008-10-06T20:00:00Z

On May 21, 2008, President Bush signed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), HR 493, into law. Although it took such legislation 13 years to work to gain passage, it passed unanimously in the Senate and 414 to 1 ...

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the emergency economic stabilization act of 2008

2008-10-03T20:00:00Z

[1] the genetic information nondiscrimination act was passed as hr 493 in april 2008, but hr 1424 lived on, as a house resolution passed to the senate, i think. the senate majority and minority leaders chose the (slightly defunct) ...

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update on the bow and arrow bill (or how to rescue a banker or two)

2008-10-02T20:00:00Z

related bills: h.res.1014, h.res.1525, hr493, hr1367, s.358 latest major action: 10/1/2008 passed/agreed to in senate. status: passed senate, pursuant to the order of september 30, 2008, having achieved the required 60 votes in the ...

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text of emergency economic stabilization and "stimulus" act of 2008

2008-10-01T20:00:00Z

related bills: h.res.1014, hr493, hr1367, s.358 latest major action: 10/1/2008 passed/agreed to in senate. status: passed senate, pursuant to the order of september 30, 2008, having achieved the required 60 votes in the affirmative, ...

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Kelli H 10/02/08

2008-10-01T20:00:00Z

Related Bills: H.RES.1014, HR493, HR1367, S.358 Latest Major Action: 3/7/2008 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 610. House Reports: 110-374 Part 1, 110-374 Part 2, ...

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august 2008 new materials

2008-09-29T20:00:00Z

call no: ae 1.102:d 63/4, title: making archives accessible for people with disabilities / frank h. serene. author: serene, frank h. imprint: [washington, dc : national archives and records administration, 2008?] ...

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Ethics and Societal Impacts of Genetic Code Research

2008-09-13T20:00:00Z

President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 Oval Office Video (Windows) Presidential Remarks Audio 2:05 PM EDT THE PRESIDENT: I want to thank the members of Congress who've joined us as I sign the ...

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BenefitsLink Health & Welfare Plans Newsletter (HTML format)

2008-09-09T20:00:00Z

Excerpt: "The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493) (GINA) balances the benefit of using genetic information for medical advances and care management with the potential for harm that could be caused by the misuse of genetic ...

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[Guidance Overview] Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Bill (PDF)

2008-09-09T20:00:00Z

resume comparison

2008-09-05T20:00:00Z

to hr 2881 ) abstain may 06, 2008 hr2881 faa reauthorization act of 2007 on the cloture motion (motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to consider hr2881 ) abstain april 28, 2008 hr493 genetic information nondiscrimination ...

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obama's lack of voting record

2008-09-02T20:00:00Z

4/24/08, vote 113: hr 493: hr493 as amended; genetic information nondiscrimination act of 2007, not voting, yes, yes. 4/24/08, vote 112: s 1315: s.1315 as amended; veterans' benefits enhancement act of 2007, not voting, yes, yes ...

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Religious Action Center - April 28, 2008

2008-08-27T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (H.R. 493) would forbid insurers and employers from requiring people to submit to genetic testing and from using genetic information to deny people insurance coverage, raise insurance ...

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Todayâ€™s Workplace Â» Say Hello to GINA

2008-08-18T20:00:00Z

The bill (HR 493) passed the Senate by a vote of 95-0 and the House by a margin of 414-1. (Who was that lone House dissenter? Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul, whose Congressional website claims that he â€œnever votes for ...

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what the president has signed into law - may and june 2008

2008-08-18T20:00:00Z

hr 493, the genetic information nondiscrimination act of 2008. on friday, may 23, 2008, the president signed into law: s. 3029, which extends the authorization of certain small business administration programs until march 20, 2009. ...

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letâ€™s hug it outâ€¦

2008-08-17T20:00:00Z

113, 2, 4/24/08, on passage of the bill hr 493 a bill to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. bill passed (95-0), not voting ...

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Groundbreaking genetic non-discrimination bill signed into law ...

2008-08-10T20:00:00Z

President Bush signed H.R. 493 into law as P.L. 110-233. On May 1, 2008, the bill passed by a vote of 414-0 in the House of Representatives. Earlier, on April 24, 2008, the bill passed by a vote of 95-0 in the Senate. ...

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Bulldog News Services: Mental Illnesses: Should insurance ...

2008-07-31T20:00:00Z

... ill to be treated fairly by insurance companies, the House added a separate and completely unrelated piece of legislation to the parity bill, called the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA, HR 493), according to NAMI. ...

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When the boss turns pusher: a proposal for employee protections in ...

2008-07-29T20:00:00Z

Economist 25 May 2002: 77â€“9. H.R. 493: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, 110th Congress 21 May (2008) [companion S. 358]. Sullivan A. Promotion of the fittest. The New York Times Magazine 23 July 2000:16â€“17. ...

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The Dean's Office: Anyone? Bueller?

2008-07-25T20:00:00Z

Genetic Nondiscrimination Act â€“ H.R. 493 Comprehensive Housing Package/Responding to Subprime Mortgage Crisis - H.R. 3221 The Worker Protection Against Combustible Dust Explosion and Fire Act - H.R. 5522 Protecting the Medicaid Safety ...

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Genetic Nondescrimination Act

2008-07-01T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondescrimination Act (HR 493) was passed by Congress in May 2008. This new federal law prohibits health insurers and employers from requesting or requiring people to take a genetic test. ...

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Congress approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Act: president says he ...

2008-06-29T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, H.R. 493, was approved May I by the U.S. House of Representatives by the lopsided vote of 414-1. The House action follows the Senate's unanimous approval of the bill on April 24. ...

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Hello GINAâ€¦.

2008-06-27T20:00:00Z

On its face value HR 493 is an excellent point that I talk about from time to time. That point is the right to privacy. As an American citizen I canâ€™t forget the debates of the past that rages to this day as to what â€œPrivacyâ€* we as ...

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House of Representatives Passes Senate Version of Genetic ...

2008-06-24T20:00:00Z

May 1, 2008 - The House of Representatives approved the Senate-passed version of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) (HR 493) by a vote of 414 to 1.

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Senate Passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)

2008-06-24T20:00:00Z

April 24, 2008 - The US Senate approved the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) (S. 358/HR 493) by a vote of 95 to zero.

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President Bush Signs Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ...

2008-06-24T20:00:00Z

May 22, 2008 - President Bush has signed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) (HR 493) into law.

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Finally Becomes Law.

2008-06-23T20:00:00Z

Bush recently signed into law HR 493, also known as the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), which prohibits employers from discriminating against applicants and employees based on genetic tests or genetic ...

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Democrat And Chronicle

2008-06-18T20:00:00Z

... President Bush signed into law the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), . Smiles and applause were the order of the day at the 21st annual Special Olympics Genesee Region North Spring Games, held at RIT. ...

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Philip Gordon Answers Questions About Workplace Privacy Issues

2008-06-10T20:00:00Z

Philip Gordon will present at the International Association of Privacy Professionals' (IAPP) human resources event on June 17 on the topics "Sex Offenders, Terrorists, And Video Resumes: How Far Can You Go To Get Information About ...

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Philip Gordon Answers Questions About Workplace Privacy Issues

2008-06-10T20:00:00Z

How they voted: May 2008

2008-06-09T20:00:00Z

GENETIC-TESTING BIAS: Voting 414 for and one against, the House on May 1 sent President Bush a bill (HR 493) making it illegal for employers or health-insurance firms to penalize individuals on the basis of their genetic-testing results ...

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Federal EEO Poster Expected to Change

2008-06-08T20:00:00Z

Both houses of Congress had previously passed the legislation (HR 493) almost unanimouslyâ€”the Senate by 95-0 on April 24th followed by the House a week later (on May 1st) with a [...]

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The DNA Network

2008-06-06T20:00:00Z

This is the third post in a series of posts in which I share what I see as the ups and downs of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA or HR 493). In this post I address a potential positive: ...

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GINA, The Good News: Engaging the Public

2008-06-06T20:00:00Z

Is Discrimination Always Wrong? In response to Gutter Ball ...

2008-06-05T20:00:00Z

"Madam Speaker, the supporters of HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, are right to be concerned over the possibility that third parties, such as the government or potential employers, will access an individualâ€™s ...

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The DNA Network

2008-06-04T20:00:00Z

He also lobbied for the passage of GINA (HR 493) and was a constant advocate for the inclusion of public outreach and ethics education in genomic research. Collins's emphasis on the ethical issues and the NHGRI's ELSI program laid the ...

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Child Labor Provisions of Genetic Information Non-Discrimination ...

2008-06-04T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) (HR 493), signed by President Bush on May 21, included provisions that alter civil penalties for child labor violations. As enacted, a $50000 penalty may now be assessed with ...

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ELSI After Francis Collins: What Now?

2008-06-04T20:00:00Z

New Bill Provides Safeguard Against Genetic Discrimination -- AAFP ...

2008-05-29T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, H.R. 493, (at the THOMAS Web site, type "H.R. 493" in the search box after selecting "Bill Number") passed the Senate by a 95-0 margin last week, and the House adopted the measure .

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GINA, The Bad News: Adverse Selection

2008-05-28T20:00:00Z

This is the second post in a series of posts in which I share what I see as the ups and downs of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA or HR 493). Although the legislation will hopefully do much to encourage ...

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The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) Finally ...

2008-05-28T20:00:00Z

Bush signed into law the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493) (GINA) which prohibits employers from discriminating against applicants and employees based on genetic tests or genetic information. ...

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http://themiddleclass.org/legislator/kenny-marchant-537

2008-05-27T20:00:00Z

hr 493 genetic information nondiscrimination act of 2008 topics: civil justice, employment discrimination, health care, job training yea 2007 hr 4040 consumer product safety modernization act of 2007 topics: capping damages, consumers, ...

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Senate Passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-05-27T20:00:00Z

The Senate has passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493) by a vote of 95 (Y) to 0 (N). This bill was passed by the House in April of last year. The bill has had somewhat of an odd journey in Congress bouncing back ...

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GINA Update!

2008-05-27T20:00:00Z

The House approved the version of the bill (HR 493) amended by the Senate, and President Bush signed the bill into law on May 21. The health insurance provisions of the bill will take effect in 12 months, and the employment protections ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Increases Penalties for ...

2008-05-26T20:00:00Z

A provision in the recently passed Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493) ("GINA"), increases certain penalties under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") for child labor law violations. GINA was signed into law by

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[Guidance Overview] Genetic Non-Discrimination Law (PDF)

2008-05-26T20:00:00Z

Prohibition Against Genetic Discrimination Now Law

2008-05-25T20:00:00Z

...at the Federal level at least. We already have one of these here in New York. Bus for the rest of you, this is big news. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493) or "GINA" prohibits employers from discriminating ...

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Is Discrimination Always Wrong? @ Ales Rarus

2008-05-23T20:00:00Z

"The best way to address the sponsors of H.R. 493â€™s legitimate concerns is to put individuals back in control of the health care dollar. When individuals control the health care dollar they, not their employers, insurance companies or ...

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Genetic Discrimination is History!

2008-05-23T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Discrimination Act (HR 493) was signed by the president, Wednesday. This prohibits insurers and employers from discrimination on the grounds of genetic information. Genetic testing results cannot be used by ...

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President Bush Signs Measure Banning Genetic Discrimination In ...

2008-05-23T20:00:00Z

On Wednesday, President Bush signed into law the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which will prohibit health plans, insurers and employers from discriminating against individuals based on genetic information that ...

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Re: President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information ...

2008-05-23T20:00:00Z

STATEMENT OF ADMINISTRATION POLICY HR 493 â€“ Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (Rep. Slaughter (D) NY and 224 cosponsors) The Administration favors enactment of legislation to prohibit the improper u...

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Medical News Today News Alert

2008-05-23T20:00:00Z

Legal Alert: Employers and Insurers Meet GINA â€“ The Newest ...

2008-05-22T20:00:00Z

On May 21, 2008, President Bush signed into law the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) (H.R. 493), which prohibits discrimination by employers and insurers based on genetic information. ...

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President Bush Signs Measure Banning Genetic Discrimination In ...

2008-05-22T20:00:00Z

Medical News Today (press release), UK - 33 minutes agoOn Wednesday, President Bush signed into law the Genetic info Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which will prohibit health plans, insurers and â€¦Original post by blogger ...

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PRESIDENT SIGNS GENETIC INFORMATION NONDISCRIMINATION ACT

2008-05-22T20:00:00Z

On May 21, 2008, President Bush signed HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008. This new law prohibits discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. ...

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President Signs Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-05-22T20:00:00Z

HR 493 is The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, commonly referred to as GINA. It prohibits employers and health insurance companies from discriminating against people with genes that make it more likely they will ...

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[Guidance Overview] President Signs Genetic Information ...

2008-05-22T20:00:00Z

Excerpt: "President Bush signed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR493) into law on May 21, 2008. The Senate approved the act by a vote of 95-0 on April 24, and the legislation cleared the House by a vote of 414-1 on May 1 ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-05-22T20:00:00Z

On May 21, 2008, President Bush signed HR 493 - the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 - into law. Many are touting this bill as the first Civil Rights Legislation in 20 years. The law prohibits insurers and employers...

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Medical News Today News Alert

2008-05-22T20:00:00Z

Two newspapers on Wednesday published an editorial and an opinion piece that address a bill (HR 493) recently 22 May 2008. Doctors Can Unmask Deceptive High Risk Breast Tumors Using Genetic Profile A unique genetic signature can alert ...

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Legal Alert: Employers and Insurers Meet GINA â€“ The Newest ...

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information ...

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

This story seems very Sci-Fi, but very important to our future! Under this landmark legislation employers are unable to use genetic information to discriminate against employees. Not that I ever saw the day coming but I guess I have a ...

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Editorial, Opinion Piece Address Legislation To Prohibit Genetic ...

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

Two newspapers on Wednesday published an editorial and an opinion piece that address a bill (HR 493) recently approved by Congress that would prohibit discrimination based on the results of genetic tests. Summaries appear below.

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2008 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Signed Into Law By ...

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

â€œFor Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary May 21, 2008 President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 Oval Office 2:05 PM EDT THE PRESIDENT: I want to thank the members of Congress whoâ€™ve ...

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President Bush Signed HR 493, the Genetic Information - eGov Monitor

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

I want to thank the members of Congress whoâ€™ve joined us as I sign the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, a piece of legislation which prohibits health insurers and employers from discriminating on the basis of genetic ...

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George W. Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information ...

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

... as I sign the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, a piece of legislation which prohibits health insurers and employers from discriminating on the basis of genetic information. President George W. Bush ...

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President Signs GINA Into Law

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

President Bush signed HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, into law on Wednesday. GINA will prevent health insurers from canceling, denying, refusing to renew, or changing the terms or premiums of coverage based solely ...

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President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information ...

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

Not that I ever saw the day coming but I guess I have a sense of relief knowing that employment background investigations will not include an analysis of your DNA. President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination ...

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George W. Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information ...

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

May 21, 2008 -- THE PRESIDENT: I want to thank the members of Congress who've joined us as I sign the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, a piece of legislation which prohibits health insurers and employers from discriminating on ...

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President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondi

2008-05-21T20:00:00Z

remarks by the president upon signing of hr 493, the genetic ...

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

washington--(emediaworld)--oval office 2:05 pm edt.

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Christian News - Remarks by the President Upon Signing of HR 493 ...

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

Contact: White House, Office of the Press Secretary, 202-456-2580 WASHINGTON, May 21 /Christian Newswire/ -- the following is the remarks by the President upon signing of HR 493, the genetic information nondiscrimination act of 2008: ...

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Remarks by the President Upon Signing of HR 493, the Genetic ...

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

President Bush Signs HR 493, the Genetic Information ...

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

President Bush on Wednesday said, "I want to thank the members of Congress who've joined us as I sign the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, a piece of legislation which prohibits health insurers and employers from ...

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Remarks by the President Upon Signing of HR 493, the Genetic ...

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

Contact: White House, Office of the Press Secretary, 202-456-2580 WASHINGTON, May 21 /Standard Newswire/ -- the following is the remarks by the President upon signing of HR 493, the genetic information nondiscrimination act of 2008: ...

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President Bush Signs The Genetic Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 ...

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

As President Bush signed HR 493, the Genetic Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 into law he paid tribute to Senator Kennedy who spent a decade trying to get this type of legislation enacted. This is a complicated piece of legislation which. ...

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Bush signs genetics anti-discrimination law (Reuters)

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

President George W. Bush signs HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 Reuters - President George W. Bush on Wednesday signed a law that prohibits discrimination against anyone whose genetic information shows a ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR493, S.358)

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

The House passed HR493 on April 25, 2007. The Senate unanimously passed HR 493, as amended, on April 24, 2008. The House passed HR493, as amended, on May 1, 2008 by a 414-1 vote. President Bush signed the amended bill into law on May 21 ...

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Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill Signed Into Law

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

President Bush signed HR 493 Wednesday in a ceremony in which he noted that Sen. Ted Kennedy, one of the bill's major supporters, had gone home from the hospital.

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Bush signs legislation to bar genetic discrimination

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

... people who have a genetic predisposition to disease. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) [HR 493 materials] had passed with overwhelming majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate [JURIST.

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Remarks by the President Upon Signing of HR 493, the Genetic ...

2008-05-20T20:00:00Z

PL 110-233, The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 ...

2008-05-19T20:00:00Z

HR 493 would prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment.... Vote on This Bill: For | Against.

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Today's single payer post: preexisting conditions | Corrente

2008-05-14T20:00:00Z

Sâ€™s situation is relevant to the bill the senate unanimously approved HR 493 last week; a bill entitled the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). As the title suggests anyone who has a genetic test and finds out they carry ...

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Genetic Privacy Compromised?

2008-05-13T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493), recently passed by Congress, has inadvertently legalized the sharing of genetic information without patient consent. Sue Blevins, President of the Institute for Health ...

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It's (Almost) All Over

2008-05-10T20:00:00Z

Yet only last week did Congress pass a bill, HR 493, banning the practice. Click here to send an e-mail to President George W. Bush, urging him to sign the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008. Full story. ...

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federal genetic databaseâ€¦.

2008-05-09T20:00:00Z

one bill has already been signed by bush ( s. 1858 ) and the other is still awaiting signature ( hr 493 ). i donâ€™t know about you, but i did not hear one word about this on my local news, in the paper, or even on cnn! ...

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Congress Outlaws Genetic Discrimination

2008-05-08T20:00:00Z

HR 493 bans discrimination by employers and insurance companies based on genetic information. The bill passed 95-0 in the Senate, and 414-1 in the House. The lone no vote was Ron Paul. Most states have already enacted some kind of ...

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GINA

2008-05-07T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (HR 493; GINA) passed the US Senate today by an overwhelming vote of 95-0, clearing the way for the bill to go to President Bush for signing into law. After a battle that lasted more than ...

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Genetic Discrimination Bill

2008-05-07T20:00:00Z

The President is expected to sign the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493) into law. Specifically, the law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on genetic information. ...

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active legislation…

2008-05-07T03:21:46Z

things your tax money could be spent on this week… Federal Aviation Administration,2008-2011 = S.1300 H.R ... and employment = S.358 H.R.493 because you don’t want your employer to be able to decide

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Junkfood Science: Have you heard the news â€” on the federal genetic ...

2008-05-06T20:00:00Z

â€œWhile authors of the recently passed Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (H.R. 493) had good intentions, the bill inadvertently legalizes the sharing of genetic information without patient consent,â€* says Sue Blevins, ...

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House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

2008-05-06T20:00:00Z

The House on Thursday voted 414-1 to approve a bill (HR 493) that would prohibit discrimination based on the results of genetic tests, the New York Times reports (Harmon, New York Times, 5/2). The Senate approved the legislation 95-0 ...

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Congress Inadvertently Legalizes Sharing of Genetic Information ...

2008-05-06T20:00:00Z

"While authors of the recently passed Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493) had good intentions, the bill inadvertently legalizes the sharing of genetic information without patient consent," says Sue Blevins, ...

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Senate Passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-05-05T20:00:00Z

The Senate, on a 95-0 vote, passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA, HR 493). The bill's goal is to "prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment ...

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Anti-Discrimination Bill Inadvertently Legalizes Sharing of ...

2008-05-05T20:00:00Z

The Institute for Health Freedom has published a new article on its site: â€œWhile authors of the recently passed Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493) had good intentions, the bill inadvertently legalizes the sharing ...

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Congress Inadvertently Legalizes Sharing of Genetic Information ...

2008-05-05T20:00:00Z

House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

House Thursday voted 414-1 approve beak (HR 493) that would prohibit refinement based on the results tests, the New Times reports (Harmon, fresh 5/2). Senate approved null legislation last week, and President Bush nil volition sign the ...

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House Passes Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill; President Bush ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

The House on Thursday voted 414-1 to pass the Genetic knowledge Nondiscrimination Act, a bill (HR 493) to prohibit insurers and employers from discriminating against individuals based on genetic knowledge that shows a predisposition to ...

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House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

The House on Thursday voted 414-1 to approve a bill (HR 493) that would prohibit discrimination based on the results of genetic tests, the New York Times reports (Harmon, New York Times, 5/2). Post from: Insurances & Business ...

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House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

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House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

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House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

House Expected To Pass Bill Barring Insurers, Employers From ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

The House on Thursday is expected to approve a measure (HR 493) that would prohibit insurers and employers from discriminating against individuals based on genetic information that shows a predisposition to certain conditions, ...

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House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

House Passes Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill; President Bush ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

The House on Thursday voted 414-1 to pass the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, a bill (HR 493) to prohibit insurers and employers from discriminating against individuals based on genetic information that shows a predisposition ...

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House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President ...

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back for Genetic Privacy

2008-05-04T20:00:00Z

Yesterday, the House passed HR 493, the Genetic Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), and the bill is now headed to President Bush for his signature. This is a victory for all Americans who value their genetic privacy: GINA prevents employers ...

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House passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007

2008-05-03T20:00:00Z

As expected, the House handily passed HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007, by a vote of 414-1, clearing the way for President Bush to sign the bill into law. The one â€œnayâ€* vote was Rep. ...

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Congress Passes Genetic Non-Discrimination Bill

2008-05-02T16:36:49Z

Yesterday, Congress cleared for White House transmittal the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (H.R.493). Web: Congress passes anti-genetic discrimination bill Original post blogged

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Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

Today the House passed HR 493, the Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act (GINA) by a vote of 414 to 1. Last week, the same bill passed the Senate by a vote of 95-0. Thanks to the diligent efforts on the part of pro-life staff, ...

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Potential Trap for Unsuspecting Employers in the Proposed Genetic ...

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

On April 25, 2008, the House passed HR 493, The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), a bill that President Bush is expected to sign barring private employers from engaging in genetic discrimination. ...

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House Expected To Pass Bill Barring Insurers, Employers From ...

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

US House approves Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act.

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

ABC World News (5/1, story 10, 0:20, Gibson) reported that on Thursday, the US House voted 414 to 1 to approve HR 493, legislation that would ban employers and insurance companies from discriminating against "people whose genetic ...

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Congress Passes Bill to Bar Bias Based on Genes

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

Congress Passes Bill to Bar Bias Based on Genes :: HR 493.

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Congress passes bill to protect employees from genetic discrimination

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

... at all levels access to all genetic information and decreases the need for consent to collect genetic material from you. If my genetic code is not â€œprivateâ€* I donâ€™t know what is. http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c110:HR493.EAS:

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GINA Passes House and is Ready for Signing

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act (HR 493) moved another step closer to becoming law yesterday. Although the House passed the bill last year, a reconciled version had go through again, as the Senate added an amendment when ...

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New Bill Provides Safeguard Against Genetic Discrimination

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, HR 493, passed the Senate by a 95-0 margin last week, and the House adopted the measure May 1 on a 414-1 vote. The bill prohibits employers from making hiring, assignment or ...

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Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill Almost Law

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

On May 1, the House approved HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). The bill would prohibit individual insurer from using genetic information to make enrollment or premium/co-insurance decisions. ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Passes

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, has passed the House in the form approved last week by the Senate. The vote was 414-1 (roll call vote available here). The bill outlaws insurance companies or employers from ...

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Congress Bans DNA Discrimination

2008-05-01T20:00:00Z

Yesterday, Congress put the finishing touches on HR 493 and sent it to President Bush. This is one of the most important anti-discrimination bills in years. It prevents discrimination against people by using their DNA. ...

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Senate Hay in May

2008-05-01T10:09:42Z

Pending: H.R.2881 - FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007. Until yesterday, the base bill was substitute amendment #4585. Yesterday, that was withdrawn, replaced by substitute amendment #4627, and further amending was put under the throttled condition produ

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5/1/2008

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

___ - to make technical correction in the enrollment of hr 493 - genetic information nondiscrimination act (rep. george miller (ca) â€“ education and labor) 2) hr 5715 - to ensure continued availability of access to the federal student ...

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On Motion to Agree to the Senate Amendment: HR 493 Genetic...

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

On Motion to Agree to the Senate Amendment: HR 493 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, Passed 414-1 (16 no vote). Single Nay by notorious corporatist racist Ron Paul (R-Nazi), who wants private companies to turn down ...

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Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

Rep. Maloney Supports Genetic Non-Discrimination Bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

Washington, DC â€“ Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney (D-Manhattan, Queens) today expressed her strong support for HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination...

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MCKEON WELCOMES PASSAGE OF GENETIC NONDISCRIMINATION LEGISLATION

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

... 2008 WASHINGTON, DC - US House Education and Labor Committee Republicans today welcomed passage of the Genetic Information Non- Discrimination Act (HR 493), legislation that prohibits the use of genetic information in employment ...

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Congress passes anti-genetic discrimination bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

The bill number is HR 493. The Associated Press: Congress passes anti-genetic discrimination bill For once I have to agree with our current congress.......this is BULLSHIT!!:mad: Have a good one!:s4:

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One Step Forward, Two Steps Back for Genetic Privacy

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

House Approves Genetic Non-Discrimination Act - HR Magazine

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

By Bill Leonard The House of Representatives on May 1, 2008, approved the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493) by the lopsided vote of 414-1. Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill Headed to Bush's Desk Occupational Health Safety ...

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Vote: 'Aye' regarding HR493

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

David Loebsack [D, IA-2] voted 'Aye' on the question: On Motion to Agree to the Senate Amendment: HR 493 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 regarding HR493 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008.

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USA House of Reps pass GINA

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

... a person's genetic information in hiring or promotion decisions. ___ The bill number is HR 493. ___ On the Net: For bill text: http://thomas.loc.gov Frequently asked questions about genetic testing: http://www.genome.gov/19516567.

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Congress passes anti-genetic discrimination bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

... a personâ€™s genetic information in hiring or promotion decisions. ___. The bill number is HR 493. ___. On the Net:. For bill text: http://thomas.loc.gov. Frequently asked questions about genetic testing: http://www.genome.gov/19516567.

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2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

The bill number is HR 493. ------ On the Net: For bill text: http://thomas.loc.gov Frequently asked questions about genetic testing: http://www.genome.gov/19516567 ================== and also of interest, from nytimes.com (for the ...

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Wired News - AP News

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

... a person's genetic information in hiring or promotion decisions. ---. The bill number is HR 493. ---. On the Net:. For bill text: http://thomas.loc.gov. Frequently asked questions about genetic testing: http://www.genome.gov/19516567.

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US House passes legislation to bar discrimination based on genetic ...

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

[JURIST] The US House of Representatives voted 414-1 [roll call] on Thursday to pass the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) [HR 493 materials], a bill aimed at preventing employers and health insurers from ...

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Congress passes anti-genetic discrimination bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

The bill number is HR 493. ___. On the Net:. For bill text: http://thomas.loc.gov. Frequently asked questions about genetic testing: http://www.genome.gov/19516567 ...

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Congress passes anti-genetic discrimination bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

House approves anti-genetic discrimination bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

The bill (HR 493)would bar health insurance companies from using genetic information to set premiums or determine enrollment eligibility. Similarly, employers could not use genetic information in hiring, firing or promotion decisions. ...

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House Sends Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) to ...

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

The House has just concurred in Senate amendments to HR 493, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act by a vote of 414-1. This landmark bill would prohibit health insurance companies and employers from discriminating against people on ...

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Ron Paul: Only member of Congress to vote against bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

The bill (HR 493), blocking companies from using a personâ€™s genetic information to set insurance premiums or determine eligibility, was passed today by the House. The bill would also state that employers could not use genetic ...

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One Step Forward, Two Steps Back for Genetic Privacy

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

House to approve anti-genetic discrimination bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

The bill number is HR 493. ___. On the Net:. For bill text: http://thomas.loc.gov. Frequently asked questions about genetic testing: http://www.genome.gov/19516567 ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Passes

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

House to approve anti-genetic discrimination bill

2008-04-30T20:00:00Z

... Huntington's disease or Lou Gehrig's disease. ___. The bill number is HR 493. ___. On the Net:. For bill text: http://thomas.loc.gov. source: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080501/ap_on_go_co/genetic_discrimination [link]

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

2008-04-30T01:00:00Z

Back to Main Bill Page. May 01, 2008 Roll call number 234 in the House. Question On Motion to Agree to the Senate Amendment: H R 493 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008. Ayes: 414 (Democrat: 226; Republican: 188) ...

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

2008-04-30T01:00:00Z

House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

2008-04-30T01:00:00Z

Bill Action: Passed Senate: H.Con.Res. 340: To make technical ...

2008-04-29T20:00:00Z

Passed Senate by Unanimous Consent. [This event matched these trackers: Active Legislation (Except New Bills) ]

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Congress at my fingertips

2008-04-29T20:00:00Z

On Thursday the Senate voted 95-0 to pass HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007. The act prevents employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of their genetic information. ...

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MegaVote for NC’s 11th Congressional District: April 28, 2008

2008-04-29T08:23:08Z

MegaVote is provided by Congress.org as a means of tracking your elected officials most recent and upcoming votes. To subscribe and receive this weekly vote monitor in your own inbox, sign up at http://www.congress.org/congressorg/megavote/. Recent Se

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Bill Action: Scheduled for Debate: H.Res. 1156: Providing for ...

2008-04-28T20:00:00Z

This bill has been added to a schedule of legislation to be considered for debate, or has been recommended by a committee to be considered. [This event matched these trackers: Active Legislation ]

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Notice of Action: H.Res. 1156 â€“ Providing for consideration of the ...

2008-04-28T20:00:00Z

Res.1156 â€“ Providing for consideration of the Senate Amendment to the bill (HR 493) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. HR 5522 â€“ Combustible Dust Explosion and ...

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The Scientific Activist: Senate Passes Genetic Information ...

2008-04-28T20:00:00Z

Last Thursday (April 24), the Senate unanimously passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (HR 493) in a landmark vote. The goal of this bill is â€œto prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with ...

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Congress.org Weekly Newsletter: Food prices, genetic non ...

2008-04-28T20:00:00Z

Genetic Non-Discrimination Bill Passes On Thursday the Senate voted 95-0 to pass HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007. The act prevents employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of their ...

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The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Passes the US Senate

2008-04-28T20:00:00Z

The US Senate has passed by a vote of 95-0 the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), an amended version of HR 493, which passed the House April 25, 2007 by a vote of 420-3. The House is expected to address the bill ...

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H.Res.1156 â€“ Providing for consideration of the Senate Amendment ...

2008-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.Res. 1156 â€“ Providing for consideration of the Senate Amendment to the bill (HR 493) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment.

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women's policy inc provides update on congressional action

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

senate passes bill prohibiting genetic discrimination on april 24, the senate passed the genetic information nondiscrimination act of 2008 (hr 493), after adopting a substitute amendment offered by sen. olympia snowe (r-me). ...

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Senate Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Senate on Thursday voted 95-0 to approve a bill (HR 493) that would prohibit discrimination based on the results of genetic tests, Bloomberg/Boston Globe reports (Bloomberg/Boston Globe, 4/25). The House is expected to quickly pass ...

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Senate Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

Monday Quick Hits: Hot Policy Topics for This Week

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (GINA, HR 493) is slated for a revote in the House due to modest Senate revisions. GINA has received strong bipartisan support in the House in the past. House Majority Leader Steny ...

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The Depth of Anti-Discrimination Laws

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

Last week, the Senate voted to pass HR 493 â€” the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. This piece of legislation effectively states that an employer cannot discriminate against an employee (or potential employee) on the basis of ...

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Senate Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

Senate passes bill banning genetic discrim

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Senate on Thursday voted 95-0 to approve a measure (HR 493) that would prohibit insurers and employers from discriminating against individuals based on genetic information that shows a predisposition to certain conditions, ...

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Statement of Senator Barack Obama on the Senate's Passage of the ...

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

April 24, 2008 -- WASHINGTON, DC - US Senator Barack Obama today released the following statement after the Senate's passage of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493):. "I am proud the Senate passed landmark legislation ...

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Senate Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

DNA & Discrimination

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

The bill, HR 493, bars insurance companies from denying coverage or charging higher premiums due to an individuals' genetic information. Employers are also barred from using genetic information in their hiring and firing practices. ...

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The Week Ahead: The Week of April 28

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

The House convenes Tuesday and on Wednesday will start considering HR 5522, expanding worksite regulation against combustible dust, and HR 493, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, which passed the Senate unanimously last week. ...

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Genetic Testing Anti-Discrimination Law

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 493 basically prohibits group and individual health insurance carriers from using information obtained through genetic testing for underwriting or pricing purposes. It also prohibits employers from making hiring and firing decisions ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, HR 493, as Passed by ...

2008-04-27T20:00:00Z

Excerpt: "Resolved, That the bill from the House of Representatives (HR 493) entitled 'An Act to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment', do pass with the following ...

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DispatchPolitics : How Ohioans voted last week Columbus Dispatch ...

2008-04-26T20:00:00Z

H.R. 493. Passage of a bill prohibiting insurance companies and employers from discriminating based on genetic-test findings. Passed 95-0. Democrat -- Yes: Brown. Republican -- Yes: Voinovich. Source: Congress ...

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Senate Expected to Pass Genetic Anti-Discrimination Bill

2008-04-26T20:00:00Z

HR 493, within sight of congressional approval after more than a decade of debate, would bar health insurance companies from using genetic information to set premiums or determine eligibility. Similarly, employers could not use genetic ...

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Senate Approves Health Privacy Bill

2008-04-26T20:00:00Z

"The Center for Democracy and Technology applauds the Senate's passage of HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007...

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H.R.493

2008-04-25T20:27:19Z

H.R.493 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 introduced Jan. 15, 2007 46 posts

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Let's salute that HR 493, the Genetic Information ...

2008-04-25T20:00:00Z

Let's salute that HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, passed Congress on Thursday. Only three Representatives, all Republicans, voted against it. If voted into law, GINA would prevent health insurers to ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act clears Senate

2008-04-25T20:00:00Z

The Senate passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) on April 24, approving by unanimous consent an amended version of HR 493, which passed the House April 25, 2007 by a vote of 420-3. The House is expected to take up ...

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Federal Law Passed to Protect Use and Disclosure of Genetic Information

2008-04-25T16:26:56Z

Federal Law Passed to Protect Use and Disclosure of Genetic Information ScienceDaily reports today that the U.S ... it to President Bush to sign into law. A copy of amended H.R.493 can be viewed on the Library

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Senate Passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

The Senate bill technically known as HR 493 is, in fact, an amended version of the previously passed House bill. President Bush has indicated that he will sign the law if it passes both chambers of Congress. ...

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Lawmakers Reach Agreement On Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation ...

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

lowest home equity loans Tuesday said that a bipartisan group cheap vegas hotels lawmakers had reached a compromise on a bill (HR 493) that would ban discrimination of US residents based on the results of genetic tests, the ...

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GINA Passes The Senate!!

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

â€œThe US Senate overwhelmingly approved on April 24, 2008, legislation (HR 493) that will prohibit employers and health insurance companies from discriminating against or refusing coverage to individuals based on the results of genetic ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Clears Senate, USA

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

The Senate has passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), approving by unanimous consent of 95-0 an amended version of HR 493, which passed the House April 25, 2007 by a vote of 42...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Passes US Senate

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

ScienceDaily (Apr. 24, 2008) â€” The US Senate has passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), approving by unanimous consent an amended version of HR 493, which passed the House April 25, 2007 by a vote of 420-3. ...

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No Doubt on Genetic Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

PointOfLaw Forum:. The Senate voted 95-0 (roll call vote) to pass HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. The text of the substitute amendment is available here.

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US Senate passes legislation to bar discrimination based on ...

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

[JURIST] The US Senate on Thursday voted 95-0 [roll call] in favor of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) [HR 493 materials], legislation aimed at preventing employers and health insurers from discriminating ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act clears Senate

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

Senate Passes Genetic Information Bill

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

Members of the Senate voted 95-0 Thursday for HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. Senate Passes Genetic Information Bill Source: National Underwriter (subscription required)

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Senate Passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

Yesterday, the Senate passed S. 358, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) [Thomas Resources], approving by unanimous consent an amended version of HR 493 [Thomas Resources], which passed the House April 25, ...

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List of Selected US Federal Documents from Gallerywatch.com

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

04/24/2008, Summary of the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act as Passed by the Senate (HR 493) Prepared by the Senate HELP Committee. 04/24/2008. Text of Amendment No. 4573 by Sen. Olympia Snowe to the Genetic Information ...

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Senate Passes Genetic Antidiscrimination Bill by 95-0 Vote

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

On April 24, 2008, by a unanimous 95-0 vote, the Senate passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493). The act amends Title VII to prohibit employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of genetic ...

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Alter-Abled News Via an email I received today comes good news ...

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) passed in the House 420 to 3 and today unanimously passed the Senate in a vote of 95 to 0. The bill, HR493 prohibits discrimination on the basis of genetic information with ...

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GINA Passes

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

Genetic Discrimination Law May be Flawed

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

The Bill, HR 493 (Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007), attempts to classify Genetic Discrimination as a Civil Rights violation under the Civil Rights Act. I did a brief read of parts of the Bill and found a possible ...

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Dawn of the GATTACA era!

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act [HR 493, S. 358] is a bill that will prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. It was introduced to establish basic legal ...

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Indian air lines

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

the senate voted 95-0 to approve the genetic information nondiscrimination act (hr 493), which prohibits discrimination on the underpinning of genetic information with pay attention to to health insurance and employment. the legislation ...

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Senate Passes Genetic Discrimination Bill

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

''A system that allows that information to be used to deny people health care or a job is a system that has lost its way. This is a civil rights issue and it's high time we took care of it.'' ^------ The bill is HR 493 ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Passes US Senate

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

The US Senate has passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), approving by unanimous consent an amended version of HR 493, which passed the House April 25, 2007 by a vote of 420-3. The House is expected to take up the ...

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US Senate Passes Genetic Nondiscrimination Act, 95-0

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

Five senators did not vote Thursday afternoon on HR 493, including the three leading presidential candidates, US Sens. Clinton, McCain, and Obama.

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Obama on Senateâ€™s Passage of the Genetic Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

US Senator Barack Obama yesterday released the following statement after the Senate's passage of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493): "I am proud the Senate passed landmark legislation today to protect all Americans ...

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Whoâ€™s looking in your genes?

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

The US Senate has finally passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), approving by unanimous vote an amended version of HR 493, which passed the House a year ago today by a vote of 420-3. As I previously blogged, ...

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US Senate unanimously passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

US Senate has unanimously passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493)

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HR 493 - Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007

2008-04-24T20:00:00Z

HR 493 - Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007. Text of Bill as Passed By the Senate.

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Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 113: H R 493

2008-04-24T00:00:00Z

Question: On Passage of the Bill. Bill: H R 493 Vote description: H.R.493 as Amended; Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 Result: Passed, 95-0, with 5 not voting. Ben Nelson voted

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GenomeWeb News: Senate to Vote on GINA Tomorrow ... Finally

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

Last year, for the first time, the House passed the bill (H.R. 493) after 12 years of blocking it from coming to a vote, only to be held up in the Senate by Tom Coburn (R-Okla.). Coburn opposed GINA on a number of grounds. ...

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vote: 'aye' regarding hr493

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

sen. christopher bond [r, mo] voted 'aye' on the question: on passage of the bill (hr493 as amended ) regarding hr493 genetic information nondiscrimination act of 2008.

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USCCB Official Praises Senate Passage of â€˜Genetic Information ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, April 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The US Senate voted 95 to 0 to pass the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ("GINA," HR 493), which bars employers and health insurers from discriminating against individuals on the ...

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Genetic Scientists Anticipate US Senate Passage Of The Genetic ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

Medical News Today (press release), UK - 4 hours ago"The House passed HR 493 by a vote of 420-3 on DNA Day in April 2007. This year, we are hopeful that the Senate's action will take place in time to â€¦ ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Passes US Senate

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

American College of Medical Genetics Applauds the Passage of the ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

Posted on: Thursday, 24 April 2008, 18:00 CDT BETHESDA, Md., April 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) enthusiastically applauds the Senate passage of HR 493...

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Genetic Discrimination Bill Passes in the Senate

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The law called the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), provides protection for people who discover they have high genetic susceptibility for diseases. . WaPo reports that President Bush supports the ...

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AHIP Statement on Senate Passage of the Genetic Information ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, April 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Karen Ignagni, President and CEO of America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), today issued the following statement commending the Senate on the passage of HR 493 in the US Senate:(Logo: ...

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American College of Medical Genetics Applauds the Passage of the ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

BETHESDA, Md., April 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) enthusiastically applauds the Senate passage of HR 493, the Genetic Information and Non-Discrimination Act of 2007 (GINA). ...

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USCCB Official Praises Senate Passage of 'Genetic Information ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

Lawmakers Reach Agreement On Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

on Tuesday said that a bipartisan group of lawmakers had reached a compromise on a bill (HR 493) that would ban discrimination of US residents based on the results of genetic tests, the.

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Genetic Nondiscrimination: Sounds Good, Right?

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The Senate is scheduled this afternoon to debate HR 493, the Genetic Nondiscrimination Act, with the new legislation in question being a â€œbipartisan compromiseâ€* substitute introduced by Senators Snowe, Kennedy, and Enzi. ...

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Lawmakers Reach Agreement On Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

Genetic Discrimination Bill passes Senate

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

... Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK), who was concerned about lawsuits and employerâ€™s rights. id. Last year, the House of Representatives passed a similar Bill and President Bush has expressed support for the Bill. The Bill is designated HR 493.

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2:34:09 PM 2:15 PM Roll Call Vote On The Genetic Information ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

A roll call vote is now in progress on HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination bill. This bill prohibits health care providers and employers from restricting coverage or employment opportunities, respectively, ...

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AHIP Statement on Senate Passage of the Genetic Information ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, April 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ â€” Karen Ignagni,President and CEO of Americaâ€™s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), today issuedthe following statement commending the Senate on the passage of HR 493 inthe US Senate: (Logo: ...

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Genetic Testing Update

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

HR 493 was designed to prohibit health plans from adjusting premiums for a group on the basis of genetic information. Along with "Dr No" (Oklahoma Senator Tom Coburn), we dismissed this bill as both redundant and unhelpful. ...

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Senate passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The five Senators not voting were Clinton (D-NY), DeMint (R-SC), Gregg (R-NH), McCain (R-AZ), and Obama (D-IL). Prior to passage of the bill, Senator Snowe introduced an amendment to HR 493 (SA 4573 [pdf]) that passed. [...]

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Genetic Discrimination Bill Passes in the Senate

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The law called the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), provides protection for people who discover they have high genetic susceptibility for diseases. WaPo reports that President Bush supports the legislation, ...

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Senate Passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The Senate voted 95-0 to approve the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. The legislation now goes back ...

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No Doubt on Genetic Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The Senate voted 95-0 (roll call vote) to pass HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. The text of the substitute amendment is available here....

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Lawmakers Reach Agreement On Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation ...

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

It's about time!

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

If this bill (HR 493) makes it through House and Senate and Bush, then insurance companies will no longer be able to discriminate based on genetics. It's been a long time coming. In fact, my dad's GF, Kay, has a huge history of cancer ...

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Genetic Nondiscrimination: Sounds Good, Right?

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The Senate is scheduled this afternoon to debate HR 493, the Genetic Nondiscrimination Act, with the new legislation in question being a "bipartisan compromise" substitute introduced by Senators Snowe, Kennedy, and Enzi. ...

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Senate Passes Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

GINA passes the Senate! Kudos to Louise Slaughter

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

We have just watched the CSpan coverage, and we are pleased to report that the Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act, HR. 493, also known as GINAâ€“has finally made it through the Senate! It cleared the House long ago. ...

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Today in Washington DC - April 24, 2008

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The Senate will then begin consideration of the Genetic Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493). Following two hours of debate, the Senate is expected to vote on final passage of the bill. From Senate & News Sources: Pressure continues on House ...

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GINA Passes!

2008-04-23T20:00:00Z

The Senate just passed the Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act (HR 493) by a vote of 95-0 after two hours of debate consisting of mostly well-deserved self-congratulations. Senator Enzi (R-WY), a cosponsor of the bill, ...

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Senate May Consider GINA As Early As Tomorrow

2008-04-21T20:00:00Z

The Senate is closing in on a deal for the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (HR 493), and a vote might come as early as Wednesday. A compromise has been struck with Sen. Tom Coburn (R-OK) and 10 other senators to lift the hold ...

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This Week in Congress 4.21.08 - 4.25.08

2008-04-20T20:00:00Z

The Senate may take up a Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Measure, H.R. 493, that would ban employers from using genetic information in decisions to hire and fire employees, and prevent insurers from using the information in ...

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Access to BRCA testing

2008-04-18T18:28:03Z

Without any plan or treatment, a BRCA carrier can have a risk of developing breast cancer as high as 80%. Your risk does not become lower because you haven’t been tested or don’t know about it. In my case and sister’s case, we were offered mammogram

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Access to BRCA testing

2008-04-18T18:27:15Z

President Bush Signs H.R. 1593, the Second Chance Act of 2007 ...

2008-04-13T20:00:00Z

This Week in Congress 4.14.08 - 4.18.08

2008-04-13T20:00:00Z

GINA (Genetic Nondiscrimination Measure): This week the Senate may take up a Genetic Nondiscrimination Measure, HR 493, that would ban employers from using genetic information in decisions to hire and fire employees and prevent insurers ...

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Cardinal Says Genetic Testing Legislation Should Be Amended

2008-04-06T20:00:00Z

Cardinal Justin Rigali called on Congress to correct an â€œunfortunate and apparently unintentional loopholeâ€* in the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which might discourage parents from adopting or bearing children with ...

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April Fools Week - 2008

2008-03-31T17:10:00Z

The Senate resumes, after Easter recess, with a motion to proceed to the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (in the shell of H.R.3221). See Senator Reid's Press Release for a brief description. Senator McConnell's Press Release ("The Next Eight Weeks")

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2008-03-24T20:00:00Z

De momento esta en vigor la version de abril de 2007 HR 493 â€“ Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 que impide ese vistazo a tus genes que ya fotografiÃ³ la pelicula GATTACA (ver nuestra serie GenÃ©tica y otras hierbas I y II) ...

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COMMITTEE ON RULES - H.Res. 1014: Rules for H.R. 1424 - Paul ...

2008-03-03T19:00:00Z

Provides that in the engrossment of H.R. 1424, the text of H.R. 493, as passed the House, shall be added at the end of H.R. 1424. Provides that, notwithstanding the operation of the previous question, the Chair may ...

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The Candidates and Privacy of Your Health Records: Ron Paul

2008-02-29T19:00:00Z

The best way to address the sponsors of H.R. 493â€™s legitimate concerns is to put individuals back in control of the health care dollar. When individuals control the health care dollar they, not their employers, insurance companies or ...

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Rep. Louise Slaughter: Genetic Discrimination: No Longer Just ...

2008-02-25T19:00:00Z

The article in the Times and the pieces of cable news each referenced legislation that I authored, HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). GINA prohibits insurers and employers from discriminating based solely on a ...

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Genetic Discrimination: No Longer Just Science Fiction ...

2008-02-25T19:00:00Z

Huffington Post, NY - 56 minutes ago The article in the Times and the pieces of cable news each referenced legislation that I authored, HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ...

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HR 493- Genetic Nondiscrimination- A Few Questions

2008-02-23T19:00:00Z

Forum: Nursing Activism/ Healthcare Politics Posted By: AngelNurse2b Post Time: 02-24-2008 at 08:10 PM.

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HR 493- Genetic Nondiscrimination- A Few Questions

2008-02-23T19:00:00Z

(1) Does anyone know of any recent, evidence-based position papers supporting or simply analyzing HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2007? (2) As a nurse, how important do you think it is to establish ...

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Genetic Exceptionalism: Genetic Information and Public Policy

2008-02-12T19:00:00Z

A genetic exceptionalist approach is now being pursued at the federal level, as the 110th Congress debates the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493/S. 358). This report provides an overview of the nature of genetic ...

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California Chronicle | House Has Passed 37 Key Measures, But ...

2008-01-20T19:00:00Z

Passed H.R. 493, Genetic Nondiscrimination, which prohibits employers and insurance companies from using genetic information when making decisions about hiring, firing, or providing health coverage, by a bipartisan vote of 420-3. ...

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Congress To Address Health Issues In New Legislative Session

2008-01-15T19:00:00Z

end genetic discrimination!

2007-12-13T19:00:00Z

Please CALL the House leaders below TODAY and let them know that the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (HR 493) MUST be included in the â€œOmnibus Budget Billâ€* (in other words, the 2008 budget bill). Tell your family and friends ...

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The Gavel Â» Blog Archive Â» House Passes Genetic Non-Discrimination ...

2007-12-01T19:00:00Z

â€œWithout the protections offered by H.R. 493, these fears will persist, research at National Institutes of Health (NIH) will slow, and Americans will never realize the benefits and health care savings of gene-based medicines.â€* ...

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Federal Genetic Nondiscrimination Act Nears Passage -- AAFP News ...

2007-11-25T19:00:00Z

The House overwhelmingly passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007, H.R. 493, (at the THOMAS Web site, type "HR 493" in the search box after selecting "Bill Number") in April, and the Senate is on the verge of passing

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Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill Stalled in Senate

2007-11-20T19:00:00Z

Under this year's new Democratic majority, the House passed GINA, 420-3 (HR 493), and it appeared ready to sail through the Senate (S. 358). But Coburn, exercising a prerogative available to all senators, placed it on hold, ...

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Pre-existing conditions should not disqualify health insurance

2007-11-02T20:00:00Z

That trepidation is one step closer to being calmed with the US House passage of HR 493 - the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. The Senate is expected to follow suit making it illegal for health insurance companies to deny ...

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My â€œPrivateâ€* Genome

2007-09-20T20:00:00Z

The United States House of Representatives passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2007 as HR 493 on April 25, 2007. The Senate has not taken up debate on it yet due to a â€œholdâ€* placed on it by Tom Coburn, ...

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Genetic Discrimination Bill Waits In Senate

2007-09-16T20:00:00Z

On April 25, 2007, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2007, HR 493, was passed in the US House of Representatives, by a vote of 420-3. The GINA Senate bill, S. 358, has yet to be voted on in the Senate. ...

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Tell Senate To Get Off Their Duff!!!!

2007-08-21T05:10:00Z

Below is a rather frustrating update on GINA, especially for those with a genetic disorder like Hermansky Pudlak Syndrome or otherwise!!! ... bill (H.R.493) passed 420-3 on April 25 and the Senate bill has been reported

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Genetic Testing Used as Basis for Denial of Military Disability ...

2007-08-20T20:00:00Z

The House has passed legislation (HR 493) to extend the federal law; the bill is awaiting a Senate vote. The law would not extend to the military. Kathy Hudson, director of the Genetics and Public Policy Center at Johns Hopkins ...

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Kudos to "Dr No"

2007-08-14T20:00:00Z

And that's why he's put the (temporary) kibosh on the Senate version of legislation prohibiting the use of genetic information in insurance underwriting (HR493). Among other things, the bill would "prohibit a group health plan from ...

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PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SENATORS!!!

2007-08-10T06:28:00Z

Since my diagnosis my doctors have urged me to take genetic testing to find out if I carry the breast cancer gene ... Nondiscrimination Act, or GINA, (S.358) is on the verge of passing after 12 long years! The House bill (H.R

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Federal Genetic Nondiscrimination Act Nears Passage

2007-08-02T20:00:00Z
The House overwhelmingly passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007, HR 493, in April, and the Senate is on the verge of passing similar legislation. President Bush supported the House legislation and is expected to ...

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Congress passes genetic nondiscrimination bill (Medical Device Link)

2007-08-02T20:00:00Z
After more than a decade of fighting for federal legislation to protect Americans from genetic discrimination, the US House of Representatives passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493). ...

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Congress passes genetic nondiscrimination bill

2007-07-30T20:00:00Z
After more than a decade of fighting for federal legislation to protect Americans from genetic discrimination, the US House of Representatives passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493). ...

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Help Protect Millions of People Including Ourselves

2007-06-28T20:00:00Z
In this Congress, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493; S. 358), known as GINA, was introduced to:. • Prohibit employers, employment agencies and labor organizations from requesting or requiring genetic testing of an ...

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Action Alert Tell the Senate to take action on GINA!

2007-06-26T16:07:49Z
Action Alert Tell the Senate to take action on GINA! Action Alert Tell the Senate to take action on GINA NOW! The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, or GINA, (S.358) is on the verge of passing after 12 long years! The House bill (Go to article

Genetic testing: an important tool in breast cancer prevention

2007-06-24T20:00:00Z
The House bill (HR493) passed 420-3 on April 25 and the Senate bill has been reported out of committee. We just need the full Senate to vote on the bill to get it to the President’s desk! Tell your senators to push for GINA to come to ...

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Contact your Senator regarding the GINA act

2007-06-23T08:37:35Z
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, or GINA, (S.358) is on the verge of passing after 12 long years! The House bill (H.R.493) passed 420-3 on April 25 and the Senate bill has been reported

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Today House Considers Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ...

2007-06-17T20:00:00Z
The House will consider the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (H.R. 493) today, which happens to also be National DNA Day. This bill aims to prohibit employers and health insurers from discriminating based on genetic information ...

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In Congress, Democrats push paid leave, reforms | HR Magazine ...

2007-06-14T20:00:00Z
Other pieces of workplace-related legislation under consideration by Congress include the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (H.R. 493 and S. 358) and the Mental Health Parity Act (S. 558). Bills such as genetic nondiscrimination ...

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Genetic Engineering And Discrimination-Proposed Federal Legislation

2007-06-04T00:03:21Z
Monday, June 4, 2007 Genetic Engineering And Discrimination-Proposed Federal Legislation Sonia Miller, in a May 29, ... Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (H.R.493, S.358). It would would prohibit discrimination on the bas

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DigitalCommons@ILR - Nancy Lee Jones: Genetic Non-discrimination ...

2007-05-15T20:00:00Z
[Excerpt] H.R. 493, 110th Congress, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), passed the House on April 25, 2007. The Senate bill, S. 358, 110th Congress, was reported out of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions ...

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Price Insurance May 16, 2007 11:52 am

2007-05-15T20:00:00Z
Congressional Research Service (CRS): Order Code RL33988: Genetic Nondiscrimination in Health Insurance:: A Side-by-Side Comparison of the Title I Provisions in HR 493 and S. 358: May 2, 2007: C. Stephen Redhead, Specialist in Life … ...

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I'm BAAAAACK!

2007-05-15T20:00:00Z
Congressional Research Service (CRS): Order Code RL33988: Genetic Nondiscrimination in Health Insurance:: A Side-by-Side Comparison of the Title I Provisions in HR 493 and S. 358: May 2, 2007: C. Stephen Redhead, Specialist in Life . ...

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This week in NEJM

2007-05-15T20:00:00Z
If you have been asleep at the wheel, HR 493 passed the house 420-3. This article also points out the huge loopholes in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, including its lack of addressing genetic information for ...

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[IWS] Weekly Bulletin, 16 May 2007

2007-05-15T20:00:00Z
Congressional Research Service (CRS): Order Code RL33988: Genetic Nondiscrimination in Health Insurance:: A Side-by-Side Comparison of the Title I Provisions in HR 493 and S. 358: May 2, 2007: C. Stephen Redhead, Specialist in Life ...

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Genetic Non-discrimination in Employment: A Comparison of Title II ...

2007-05-15T20:00:00Z
358, 110th Congress, was reported out of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee on March 29, 2007, and is currently awaiting Senate action. This report compares the provisions of HR 493 and S. ...

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GusWatch: The 101 Accomplishments of Gus Bilirakis

2007-05-12T20:00:00Z
H.R. 493 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (Co-Sponsored) 25. H.R. 511 To pledge the faithful support of Congress to members of the United States Armed Forces serving in harm's way (Co-Sponsored) ...

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John Edwards Announces Wife’s Cancer Is Back

2007-05-10T20:00:00Z
A bill (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests would allow 600 more residents to obtain access to health insurance, according to report recently released by the Congressional ...

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SHRM Secures Key Provisions in Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation

2007-05-09T20:00:00Z
PR Inside - ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) helped earn approval of several improvements to HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (GINA), ...

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Progress Toward Genetic Non-Discrimination

2007-05-08T11:35:41Z
Under current law, most Americans are not protected from discrimination based on genetic information that might be requested from them or already ... - on April 24 the House of Representatives passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (
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Keyword News: [Olympia Snowe]

2007-05-07T20:00:00Z
"should lift his hold" on a bill (HR 493), sponsored by Rep. Louise Slaughter (DN.Y.), that would prohibit health insurers or employers from accessing the genetic information of patients or employees and considering it for hiring, ...

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Sen. Coburn Should Lift Hold On Genetic Discrimination Bill ...

2007-05-07T20:00:00Z
"should lift his hold" on a bill (HR 493), sponsored by Rep. Louise Slaughter (DN.Y.), that would prohibit health insurers or employers from accessing the genetic information of patients or employees and considering it for hiring, ...

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2007-05-07T20:00:00Z
HR 493: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 Jan 16, 2007 Introduced Mar 29, 2007 Scheduled for Debate Apr 25, 2007 Passed House Sponsor: Rep. Louise Slaughter [D-NY]show cosponsors (224) Last Action: Apr 25, ...

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Congressional Research Service for this week

2007-05-07T20:00:00Z
358 and HR 493, 110th Congress; Genetic Nondiscrimination in Health Insurance: A Side-by-Side Comparison of the Title I Provisions in HR 493 and S. 358. Interested in historical CRS reports? If you are here at the Boulder campus, ...

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Heading Off Gattaca

2007-05-06T20:00:00Z
The bill mentioned is HR 493, title: "To prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment." Senate version is S. 358. Daily pill to beat genetic diseases ...

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HR 493; Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007

2007-05-05T20:00:00Z
HR 493; Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 We don’t need this one either… for much the same reasons as we don’t need HR 1592. Publically: we already have equal protection under the law and otherwise must be treated ...

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[IWS] CRS: GENETIC Non-discrimination in EMPLOYMENT [2 May 2007]

2007-05-03T20:00:00Z
The Senate bill, S. 358, 110th Congress, was reported out of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee on March 29, 2007, and is currently awaiting Senate action. This report compares the provisions of HR 493 and S. ...

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Latest Issue of Science

2007-05-03T20:00:00Z
The House passed HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), on 25 April by a vote of 420 to 3. Although action on a Senate version of the bill has not yet been scheduled, the Senate unanimously passed versions of GINA ...

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Roundup of Recent/Updated CRS Reports: Health and Healthcare

2007-05-03T20:00:00Z
358 and HR 493, 110th Congress + Genetic Nondiscrimination in Health Insurance: A Side-by-Side Comparison of the Title I Provisions in HR 493 and S. 358 + Health Care Spending: Context and Policy + Health Insurance: A Primer ...

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Non-Science Fridays: Genetic Discrimination Edition

2007-05-03T20:00:00Z
These three are the only ones who voted against HR493 ‘To prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment‘. None of these guys have spoken as to why they voted against this. ...

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[IWS] CRS: GENETIC NONDISCRIMINATION IN HEALTH INSURANCE [2 May 2007]

2007-05-03T20:00:00Z
This report provides a comparison of the Title I provisions in HR 493 and S. 358. Those provisions would extend the current Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protections against discrimination by group health ...

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House passes H.R. 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination ...

2007-04-30T20:00:00Z
The protections that the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 encompasses may sufficiently allay the publicâ€™s fears about genetic discrimination to allow greater involvement in research efforts, thereby providing needed ...

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Should Health Insurance Coverage Be Extended To Those With An ...

2007-04-30T20:00:00Z
With the US House passage of HR 493 - the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, it will be harder for insurance agencies to deny health insurance coverage to those with a congenital medical condition. ...

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House passes HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ...

2007-04-30T20:00:00Z
The protections that the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 encompasses may sufficiently allay the public’s fears about genetic discrimination to allow greater involvement in research efforts, thereby providing needed ...

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Pre-existing conditions should not disqualify health insurance

2007-04-29T20:00:00Z
That trepidation is one step closer to being calmed with the US House passage of HR 493 - the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. The Senate is expected to follow suit making it illegal for health insurance companies to deny ...

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House approves bill banning genetic discrimination

2007-04-29T20:00:00Z
House lawmakers on Wednesday voted 420-3 to pass legislation (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests, CQ Today reports (Armstrong, CQ Today, 4/25).

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Employment Legislative and Regulatory Alert - April 30, 2007

2007-04-28T20:00:00Z
By a vote of 420-3, the House passed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which would make it unlawful for employers or health insurers to discriminate against individuals based on their genetic information or test ...

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GINA: A Primer Â» The Genetic Genealogist

2007-04-26T20:00:00Z
If you have been asleep at the wheel, HR 493 passed the house 420-3. â€¦ [May 16, 2007 10:10 PM] The Genetic Genealogist â€” Adding DNA to the Genealogistâ€™s Toolbox: â€¦common great-great-grandparent. (For a chart explaining degrees of ...

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GINA Passes House

2007-04-26T20:00:00Z
The House passed the "Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act," HR493, by a vote of 420-3.

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House Approves Legislation to Prevent Genetic Discrimination

2007-04-26T16:52:59Z
http://www.house.gov/apps/list/speech/edlabor_dem/rel042507gina ... /z?c110:H.R.493:

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Video: Rep. Louise Slaughter reflects on 12 year old GINA

2007-04-25T20:00:00Z
The bill passed in the House 420-3. If you’re curious, the 3 Nays were Representative Jeff Flake (R-AZ), Representative Ed Royce (R-CA), and Representative Ron Paul (R-TX). – HR 493, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (PDF) ...

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Rollcall 261: HR 493 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as ...

2007-04-25T20:00:00Z
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act.

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SHRM Secures Key Provisions in Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation

2007-04-25T20:00:00Z
26, 2007 ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 26, 2007 /PRNewswire-USNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) helped earn approval of several improvements to HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination ...

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The Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity Applauds House Approval ...

2007-04-25T20:00:00Z
... for Bioethics & Human Dignity (CBHD) applauds the overwhelming House approval of HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (GINA) that offers basic genetic privacy rights and prohibits genetic discrimination. ...

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Genetic Discrimination Bill Passes House

2007-04-25T20:00:00Z
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493) passed the House yesterday. The President immediately issued a statement that he would sign the bill if it passed in the Senate as well. That appears likely, because the Senate has ...

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Today House Considers Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)

2007-04-25T09:20:21Z
Update: GINA passes in the House 420-3, now on to the Senate The House will consider the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (H.R. 493) ... you want him/her to vote for the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (H.R.493

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Today House Considers Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)

2007-04-24T20:00:00Z
The House will consider the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493) today, which happens to also be National DNA Day. This bill aims to prohibit employers and health insurers from discriminating based on genetic information. ...

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Today House Considers Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)

2007-04-24T20:00:00Z
The House will consider the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493) today. This bill aims to prohibit employers and health insurers from discriminating based on genetic information. Sharon Terry from the Genetic Alliance sent ...

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Passed 420-3, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2007-04-24T20:00:00Z
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended - Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493, Roll Call 261)

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House Vote: HR 493 Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ...

2007-04-24T20:00:00Z
(The motion to suspend the rules is used frequently to pass legislative measures that are perceived to have a broad degree of support and little need for prolonged debate.) Rep. Barton : Aye. Go to Bill Status : HR 493: Genetic ...

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Congress 110, House vote: Vote 261: HR 493

2007-04-23T20:00:00Z
Bill: HR 493. Vote description: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. Result: Passed, 420-3, with 9 not voting. Ron Paul voted No. Original post by washingtonpost.com: Recent votes by Ron Paul.

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From Susan Friedman ~ACTION ALERT!! Help End Genetic Discrimination!

2007-04-23T20:00:00Z
Today the House of Representatives will consider the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR493) on the Floor, probably as early as 11 AM! This legislation protects all Americans from discrimination by employers and health ...

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Kaiser Daily Health Policy Report Highlights Children’s Health ...

2007-04-21T20:00:00Z
Genetic Discrimination Bill Would Increase Insurance Access, CBO Report FindsA bill (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests would allow 600 more residents to obtain access to ...

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Easter bunny bonanza - The Porterville Recorder

2007-04-13T20:00:00Z
"After 12 years of debate, Congress is at last poised" to approve legislation (HR 493 and S 358) that would protect US residents from genetic discrimination, a move that would provide a "long overdue gift to the nation," former House ..

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Passage Of Genetic Discrimination Legislation Bill ‘Long Overdue ...

2007-04-12T20:00:00Z
“After 12 years of debate, Congress is at last poised” to approve legislation (HR 493 and S 358) that would protect US residents from genetic discrimination, a move that would provide a “long overdue gift to the nation,” former House ...

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Passage Of Genetic Discrimination Legislation Bill \'Long Overdue ...

2007-04-12T20:00:00Z
"After 12 years of debate, Congress is at last poised" to approve legislation (HR 493 and S 358) that would protect US [click link for full article]. Link.

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Passage Of Genetic Discrimination Legislation Bill ‘Long Overdue ...

2007-04-12T20:00:00Z
“After 12 years of debate, Congress is at last poised” to approve legislation (HR 493 and S 358) that would protect US residents from genetic discrimination, a move that would provide a “long overdue gift to the nation,” former House ...

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Genetics & Public Policy Center || News & Events || News Releases ...

2007-04-02T20:00:00Z
Washington, DC - March 08, 2007 - On March 8 the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committeeâ€™s Subcommittee on Health held a hearing on HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (GINA). While the Senate has unanimously ...

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Women penalized by high deductible (”Consumer Directed”) health plans

2007-03-30T20:00:00Z
HR 493, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment, with an amendment (H. Rept. 110-28, Pt. 2). HR 493, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information . ...

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Decoding Data In Genomics

2007-03-30T20:00:00Z
House Committee Approves Genetic Discrimination BillThe House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday by voice vote approved legislation (HR 493) that would ban discrimination based on the results of genetic tests, CQ Today reports ...

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The 110th Congress and Privacy: Week 13 (Mar. 26 - Mar. 30)

2007-03-30T20:00:00Z
A bill to require employees at a call center who either initiate or receive telephone calls to disclose the physical location of such employees. HR 1776. Reports Filed:. HR 493, to prohibit dis...

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The 110th Congress and Privacy: Week 13 (Mar. 26 - Mar. 30)

2007-03-30T20:00:00Z
HR 493, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment, with an amendment (H. Rept. 110-28, Pt. 2). HR 493, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information ...

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March 27 - Letter Opposing HR 493, the "Genetic Information ...

2007-03-27T20:00:00Z
Letter opposing HR 493, the “Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007”

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Republican Concerns Stall Genetic Discrimination Bill

2007-03-27T20:00:00Z
The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday delayed a vote on legislation (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests "after Republicans continued to raise issues with the ...

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Republican Concerns Stall Genetic Discrimination Bill

2007-03-26T20:00:00Z
HR 493 ) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests "after Republicans continued to raise issues with the bill" during a markup session,

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Republican Concerns Stall Genetic Discrimination Bill

2007-03-26T20:00:00Z
The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday delayed a vote on legislation (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests “after Republicans continued to raise issues with the ...

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Latest news

2007-03-26T20:00:00Z
The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday delayed a vote on legislation (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests “after Republicans continued to raise issues with the ...

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Latest news

2007-03-26T20:00:00Z
The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday delayed a vote on legislation (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests “after Republicans continued to raise issues with the ...

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Genetic Info Bill About to Reach House Floor

2007-03-26T20:00:00Z
The Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act, HR 493, has been approved by its final House committee. Following approval in two other committees earlier in March, the House Energy & Commerce C... Click link to read the complete story.

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House Ways And Means Committee Passes Bill To Prohibit Genetic ...

2007-03-25T20:00:00Z
The House Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday by voice vote unanimously approved a bill (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests, CongressDaily reports. ...

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Republican Concerns Stall Genetic Discrimination Bill

2007-03-23T20:00:00Z
The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday delayed a vote on legislation (HR 493) that would ban discrimination against US residents based on the ...

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Federal bill prohibiting genetic discrimination analyzed by ...

2007-03-23T20:00:00Z
HR 493 (the "Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007") would broadly prohibit genetic discrimination by employers (including states and their political subdivisions), unions, employment agencies, and insurers. ...

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Biometric Information in Employment Decisions

2007-03-21T20:00:00Z
Meanwhile, in Washington, DC, Congress is currently considering the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which would similarly bar employers and insurers from using genetic information in employment and insurance ...

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Action Alert (USA): Help move GINA in the House!

2007-03-19T20:00:00Z
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, or GINA, (HR493) has made it to the final stretch and now faces opposition in committee that threatens to weaken the bill. Tell members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee that we ...

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Action Alert: Help move GINA in the House!

2007-03-18T20:00:00Z
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, or GINA, (HR493) has made it to the final stretch and now faces opposition in committee that threatens to weaken the bill. Tell members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee that we ...

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Update on GINA bill

2007-03-18T20:00:00Z
I am a member of [NAME OF YOUR ORGANIZATION HERE] and a supporter of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, or GINA, (HR493). I called to express some concerns with the Energy and Commerce Committee’s pending mark-up of GINA and ...

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Insurers Support Genetic Info Bill, But with Reservations

2007-03-14T20:00:00Z
(March 15, 2007) Health plans generally are in favor of the intent of the proposed "Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act," HR 493, but want some changes so plans can treat certain conditions b... Click link for complete story.

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OpenCongress - U.S. Congress - H.R.1424 Emergency Economic ...

2007-03-12T20:00:00Z
1014, the text of H.R. 493, as passed by the House, will be appended to the engrossment of H.R. 1424. Passed roll in the House on Mar 05, 2008. On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 268 - 148 (Roll no. 101). ...

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Employment screening

2007-03-12T20:00:00Z
... Genetic Discrimination The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health on Thursday held a hearing on legislation(HR 493) to ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests, CQ HealthBeat reports. ...

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Speedlinking 3/13/07

2007-03-12T20:00:00Z
House Subcommittee Considers Bill That Would Prohibit Genetic Discrimination -- "The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health on Thursday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) to ban discrimination against US residents based on ...

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House Subcommittee Considers Bill That Would Prohibit Genetic ...

2007-03-11T20:00:00Z
The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health on Thursday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) to ban discrimination against US residents based on the results of genetic tests, CQ HealthBeat reports. ...

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Genetic Discrimination: Overview of the Issue and Proposed Legislation

2007-03-11T20:00:00Z
For the stated purpose of prohibiting discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493) was introduced in the House on ...

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[IWS] CRS: GENETIC DISCRIMINATION: Overview of the Issue and ...

2007-03-08T19:00:00Z
Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493) was introduced in the House on January 16, 2007. On January 22, 2007, the act was introduced in the Senate (S. 358). The act is identical to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2005, ...

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[IWS] CRS: GENETIC DISCRIMINATION: Overview of the Issue and ...

2007-03-08T19:00:00Z
Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493) was introduced in the House on January 16, 2007. On January 22, 2007, the act was introduced in the Senate (S. 358). The act is identical to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2005, ...

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GENETIC NONDISCRIMINATION BILL MOVING THROUGH CONGRESS

2007-03-05T19:00:00Z
House: HR 493 introduced January 16, 2007 by Rep. Louise Slaughter (D-NY). · Senate: S. 358 introduced January 22, 2007 by Sen. Olympia Snowe (R-ME). Recent Action: · Senate: Approved by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions ...

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Reports: House Activity

2007-02-25T19:00:00Z
House Must Watch Its Language on HR 493 A bill with serious ramifications for the disabled and others medically at risk is scheduled for mark-up in the House Education and Labor Committee on Wednesday. As I previously mentioned, HR 493 ...

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Congress Working on Genetic Discrimination Law

2007-02-19T19:00:00Z
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493) is making its way through the US House of Representatives. According to the Kansas City Star:. The act, as introduced, would amend the Employee Retirement Income and ...

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House Committee Approves Bill To Prevent Genetic Discrimination

2007-02-19T19:00:00Z
via Medical Buzz: The House Committee on Education and Labor on Wednesday approved a bill (HR 493) under which employers and health insurers could not discriminate against US residents based on the results of gen...

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House Committee Approves Bill That Bans Discrimination Based On ...

2007-02-18T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Committee on Wednesday approved by voice vote a bill HR 493, sponsored by Rep. Louise Slaughter D45N.Y., that would prohibit health insurers or employers from accessing the genetic information of patients ...

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House Committee Approves Bill That Bans Discrimination Based On ...

2007-02-18T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Committee on Wednesday approved by voice vote a bill (HR 493), sponsored by Rep. Louise Slaughter (DN.Y.), that would prohibit health insurers or employers from accessing the genetic information of patients ...

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House Committee Approves Bill That Bans Discrimination Based On ...

2007-02-17T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Committee on Wednesday approved by voice vote a bill (HR 493), sponsored by Rep. Louise Slaughter (DN.Y. [click link for full article]

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Congressional Bill Could Force Abortions, Hurt Family's Adoptions ...

2007-02-16T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Committee will be considering HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act on Wednesday. Pro-life advocates warn that the bill could lead to discrimination against individuals and families on the ...

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Cardinal says genetic testing legislation should be amended

2007-02-16T19:00:00Z
WASHINGTON DC, February 14 (CNA) - Cardinal Justin Rigali called on Congress to correct an “unfortunate and apparently unintentional loophole” in the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which might discourage parents . ...

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House Committee Approves Bill That Bans Discrimination Based on ...

2007-02-15T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Committee on Wednesday approved by voice vote a bill (HR 493), sponsored by Rep. Louise Slaughter (DN.Y.), that would prohibit ...

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House Committee Approves Bill That Bans Discrimination Based on ...

2007-02-15T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Committee on Wednesday approved by voice vote a bill (HR 493), sponsored by Rep. Louise Slaughter (DN.Y.), that would prohibit ...

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A Cardinal and Congress

2007-02-14T19:00:00Z
called on Congress to correct an “unfortunate and apparently unintentional loophole” in the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493). The good intention of the legislation to protect people could allow ...

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Cardinal Rigali's letter asks Congress to amend bill

2007-02-14T19:00:00Z
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493). The bill fails to address discrimination against families based on the preimplantation or prenatal genetic testing of their child, or genetic testing performed on an adoptive child ...

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Epstein on Genetic Privacy

2007-02-14T19:00:00Z
Not everyone agrees that legally enforced genetic privacy, ie GINA (HR 493), is a good idea. One of the earliest voices of opposition to genetic privacy was Richard Epstein (dating back to a 1994 paper, see below). ...

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February 14, 2007

2007-02-13T19:00:00Z
WASHINGTON (USCCB, February 13, 2007)– Cardinal Justin Rigali called on Congress to correct an “unfortunate and apparently unintentional loophole” in the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493). The legislation is designed to ...

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Cardinal says genetic testing legislation should be amended

2007-02-13T19:00:00Z
WASHINGTON DC, February 14 (CNA) - Cardinal Justin Rigali called on Congress to correct an “unfortunate and apparently unintentional loophole” in the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (HR 493), which might discourage parents ...

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Gattica! Gattica!

2007-02-13T19:00:00Z
As I previously mentioned, HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), was introduced to prevent insurance companies and employers from refusing to cover individuals or families based on the results of genetic tests. ...

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House Must Watch Its Language on HR 493

2007-02-13T19:00:00Z
As I previously mentioned, HR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), was introduced to prevent insurance companies... An abstinence curriculum called "Worth the Wait" will be forced to live up to its name unless a ...

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House Subcommittee Holds Hearing On Bill To Ban Genetic ...

2007-02-02T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Tuesday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) that would ban employers and insurers from using genetic test results to discriminate against US.

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House Subcommittee Holds Hearing On Bill To Ban Genetic ...

2007-02-01T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Tuesday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) that would ban employers and insurers from using genetic test results to discriminate against US ...

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House Subcommittee Holds Hearing On Bill To Ban Genetic ...

2007-02-01T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Tuesday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) that would ban employers and insurers from using genetic test results to discriminate against US ...

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Cheap health - Michigan Judges Strike Down Health Benefits for ...

2007-02-01T19:00:00Z
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay:The House Education and Labor Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Tuesday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) that ...

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House Subcommittee Holds Hearing On Bill To Ban Genetic ...

2007-02-01T19:00:00Z
pThe House Education and Labor Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Tuesday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) that would ban employers and insurers from using genetic test results to discriminate against US ...

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House Subcommittee Holds Hearing On Bill To Ban Genetic ...

2007-02-01T19:00:00Z
The House Education and Labor Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Tuesday held a hearing on legislation (HR 493) that would ban employers and insurers from using genetic test results to discriminate against US ...

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Senate Panel Approves Bill Restricting Use of Genetic Information

2007-01-31T19:00:00Z
30, a subcommittee of the House Education and Labor held a hearing on a companion measure (HR 493) introduced by Reps. Louise Slaughter (R-Ill.) and Judy Biggert (R-Ill.), which also has widespread support. ...

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Pass the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

2007-01-30T19:00:00Z
This month the US House of Representatives reintroduced HR 493, the “Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007? (GINA). It is designed to protect the privacy of people’s privacy and to keep confidential the genetic code that is ...

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Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill HR 493

2007-01-30T19:00:00Z
HR 493 , also called the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, or GINA for short, would prohibit employers from discriminating against an employee because of genetic information. It would also prevent health insurers from denying ...

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Genetic Nondiscrimination

2007-01-29T19:00:00Z
There is a bipartisan bill, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act HR 493 that is pending now in the House. Here's a link to the webcast of the hearing, which is chaired by Congressman Andrews (D-NJ). ...

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Bill Seeks to Ban Insurers Use of Genetic Information (1/26/2007)

2007-01-26T19:00:00Z
... of House members has filed a bill that would make it illegal for group health plans or health insurers to deny coverage or charge higher premiums based on information gleaned during genetic testing. AM Best reports that HR 493, the ...

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Genetic privacy bill

2007-01-23T19:00:00Z
White House News and Policies: Press Release http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/01/20070117-1.htmlHR 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007: http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d110:hr00493:EPIC's page ...

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S. 358: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 ...

2007-01-22T19:00:00Z
This bill is identical to H.R. 493 (Status: Enacted). Question & Answer. Have a question about this bill? ... Votes for Identical Bill H.R. 493. Apr 25, 2007: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007

2007-01-22T19:00:00Z
This bill (HR 493) was recently introduced to the House. From the perspective of a Huntington's disease family member THIS IS ESSENTIAL LEGISLATION. There are many who are against it for reasons of their own. ...

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Discrimination Labor Law News

2007-01-21T19:00:00Z
The bill is officially called the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, or HR 493. And when you hear why these congressmen are so interested in getting the legislation passed, you might realize it’s based more in hard, ...

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Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493)

2007-01-21T19:00:00Z
HR 493 would establish a national and uniform basic standard to fully protect the public from discrimination and allay their concerns about the potential for discrimination, thereby allowing individuals to take advantage of genetic ...

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US Congress tries again to propose genetic discrimination legislation

2007-01-20T19:00:00Z
... individuals against potential genetic discrimination in the areas of employment and the provision of health insurance. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493) was introduced in the House earlier this month.

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US Congress tries again to propose genetic discrimination legislation

2007-01-20T19:00:00Z
... individuals against potential genetic discrimination in the areas of employment and the provision of health insurance. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 (HR 493) was introduced in the House earlier this month.

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Health Policy Notes

2007-01-17T19:00:00Z
On January 16, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) (HR493) was introduced in the House by Representatives Louise Slaughter (D-NY) and Judy Biggert (R-IL) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information ...

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Bush pushes legislation to bar discrimination based on genetic testing

2007-01-17T19:00:00Z
President Bush Wednesday urged Congress to pass the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 [HR 493 text, PDF], promoting genetic testing for disease by making genetic discrimination illegal. In a speech [text] at the National ...

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Bush pushes legislation to bar discrimination based on genetic testing

2007-01-17T19:00:00Z
[JURIST] President Bush Wednesday urged Congress to pass the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 [HR 493 text, PDF], promoting genetic testing for disease by making genetic discrimination illegal. ...

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Bill Action: Law Enacted: HR 493: Genetic Information ...

2007-01-16T19:00:00Z
This bill has become law. [This event matched these trackers: Active Legislation ]

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H.R.493: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination ... - OpenCongress

2007-01-15T01:00:00Z
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H.R.493: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination ... - OpenCongress

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HR 493, To prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic ...

2007-01-14T19:00:00Z
HR 493 would prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment....

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