Massachusetts H5112 prohibits genetic discrimination in insurance by banning insurers from asking about genetic tests and using genetic information.

Massachusetts H5112 amends the state's insurance laws to prohibit genetic discrimination. The bill mandates that insurers cannot require applicants to answer questions about genetic testing. If genetic information is submitted or found in medical records, insurers cannot use it to set policy terms. The bill also prohibits insurers from discriminating based on genetic test results. Violations can lead to penalties.

Massachusetts H5112 prohibits genetic discrimination in insurance by banning insurers from asking about genetic tests and using genetic information.

Massachusetts H5112 amends the state's insurance laws to prohibit genetic discrimination. The bill mandates that insurers cannot require applicants to answer questions about genetic testing. If genetic information is submitted or found in medical records, insurers cannot use it to set policy terms. The bill also prohibits insurers from discriminating based on genetic test results. Violations can lead to penalties.