133 The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits the following:

• Discrimination against employees or applicants because of genetic information.
• Employers from requesting and disclosing genetic information about their employees except as specifically allowed by this law.

“Genetic information” means information about the following:

• Genetic tests.
• The genetic tests of family members.
• Family medical history, which means the manifestation of a disease or disorder in family members.
• Request for or receipt of genetic services.
• Participation or a family member’s participation in clinical research that includes genetic services.

Genetic information of a fetus carried by the individual or a family member or an embryo lawfully held by the individual or a family member receiving assistive reproductive services.