S.2933

Restricts genetic testing of newborn and crime victim DNA; permits DNA information to be obtained pursuant to warrant or court order.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2933 restricts genetic testing of newborns and crime victims, requiring informed consent for DNA collection and limiting its use.

New Jersey S2933 amends existing law to restrict genetic testing of newborns and crime victims. The bill requires informed consent for obtaining genetic information from individuals, except in specific circumstances. It permits DNA information to be obtained pursuant to a warrant or court order. The bill also limits the use of DNA samples from crime victims and newborns, allowing them only for specific purposes such as medical diagnosis, identifying bodies, and newborn screening.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee