Second Reading Speeches

Genetic Privacy and Non-discrimination Bill 1998 [2008]

Type
Private
Sponsor(s)
STOTT DESPOJA, Natasha
Originating house
Senate
Status
Not Proceeding
Parliament no
38

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Summary

Provides for the: protection of genetic privacy; collection, storage, analysis and disclosure of DNA samples; rights and responsibilities of persons with respect to genetic information; and unlawfulness of genetic discrimination.

We acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and acknowledge their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.

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