2009 Regular Session

SENATE BILL 1

File Code: Insurance - Other than Health Crossfiled with: HOUSE BILL 2
Sponsored By:
Senator Forehand
Entitled:
Life Insurance and Annuities - Genetic Tests, Information, and Services - Prohibited Acts

Synopsis:

Prohibiting an insurer from requesting or requiring a genetic test or from using a genetic test, the results of a genetic test, genetic information, or a request for genetic services to deny or limit life insurance coverage or benefits or to charge a different rate for the same coverage or benefits under an annuity contract; defining terms; and providing for an exception if the use is based on sound actuarial principles.

History by Legislative and Calendar Date

Legislative date is used to record history occurring in the Chambers otherwise Calendar date is used.
Senate Action
5/22
Pre-filed
1/14
First Reading Finance
1/21
Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m.
2/6
Hearing cancelled
Hearing 2/12 at 1:30 p.m.
2/12
Hearing cancelled
2/23
Unfavorable Report by Finance Withdrawn
House Action
No Action

Bill indexed under the following Subjects:

Chemical Tests
Consumer Protection -see also- Unfair Trade Practices
Genetics
Health -see also- Mental Health
Insurance -see also- Health Ins; MAIF; Motor Vehicle Ins

Bill affects the following Statute:

Insurance
( 27-223 )

Documents:

Bill Text (Displayed in PDF Format): First Reading, Third Reading, Enrolled
Fiscal and Policy Note (Displayed in PDF Format): Available
Amendments: None offered