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A bill to provide consumers with the right to delete their genomic data, and for other purposes.

1/3/2025, 6:57 PM

Summary of Bill S 5433

Bill 118 s 5433, also known as the Genomic Data Privacy Act, aims to give consumers the right to delete their genomic data. This bill is designed to protect the privacy and security of individuals' genetic information.

The bill would require companies that collect and store genomic data to allow consumers to request the deletion of their data. This would give individuals more control over who has access to their genetic information and how it is used.

In addition to the right to delete genomic data, the bill also includes provisions for ensuring the security of this data. Companies would be required to implement measures to protect genomic data from unauthorized access and to notify consumers in the event of a data breach. Overall, the Genomic Data Privacy Act seeks to empower consumers to have more control over their genetic information and to ensure that this data is handled responsibly and securely by companies.

Current Status of Bill S 5433

Bill S 5433 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2024. Bill S 5433 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 5, 2024.  Bill S 5433's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of December 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5433

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5433

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5433

A bill to provide consumers with the right to delete their genomic data, and for other purposes.
A bill to provide consumers with the right to delete their genomic data, and for other purposes.

Comments

Alexandra Kay profile image

Alexandra Kay

629

1 year ago

I think this bill is good because it lets people delete their DNA stuff if they want. I like that. It's important for people to have control over their own information. This bill could help protect people's privacy in the long run.

Leland Kidd profile image

Leland Kidd

679

1 year ago

I don't get why they wanna make us delete our DNA stuff. Like, why can't we keep it if we want to? This bill sounds like it's gonna mess with my rights. How is this gonna change things for all of us?