Texas SB2429 establishes the Texas Genomic Act of 2025, protecting genetic information of state residents.

The Texas Genomic Act of 2025, introduced by SB2429, mandates that medical facilities, research facilities, companies, and nonprofit organizations conducting genome sequencing or human genome research in Texas must store residents' genome sequencing data only within the United States. It prohibits the use of genome sequencers or software produced by foreign adversaries or entities associated with them. The act allows the attorney general to investigate violations and permits residents harmed by unauthorized data use to seek damages.

Texas SB2429 establishes the Texas Genomic Act of 2025, protecting genetic information of state residents.

The Texas Genomic Act of 2025, introduced by SB2429, mandates that medical facilities, research facilities, companies, and nonprofit organizations conducting genome sequencing or human genome research in Texas must store residents' genome sequencing data only within the United States. It prohibits the use of genome sequencers or software produced by foreign adversaries or entities associated with them. The act allows the attorney general to investigate violations and permits residents harmed by unauthorized data use to seek damages.