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2009 State Bills Maryland 2009 SB 54

Maryland

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Died
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NHGRI archive
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February 8, 2024
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September 1, 2026

Summary

This bill restricts access to, use of and retention of DNA samples and disclosure of DNA test results without consent with some exemptions. The bill also provides personal property rights to DNA samples and DNA test results and requires the health department to develop a uniform written informed consent form. Penalties are set forth for violations. Measure failed.

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NHGRI Genome Statute and Legislation Database. 2009 State Bills Maryland 2009 SB 54. Archived by Who Owns Your DNA? Retrieved September 1, 2026. https://whoownsyourdna.org/source-records/nhgri/nhgri-e200244788e9d177cbde/