Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Sensitive Genetic Data Following 23andMe Bankruptcy
Republican Senators John Cornyn and Chuck Grassley and Democratic Senator Amy Klobuchar are introducing a bipartisan bill to protect sensitive genetic data following 23andMe's bankruptcy. The measure aims to safeguard consumers' genetic information from potential misuse.

Senators John Cornyn, Chuck Grassley and Amy Klobuchar are introducing a bipartisan bill to protect sensitive genetic data following 23andMe's bankruptcy, amid concerns over privacy and security of consumer genetic information. The measure aims to provide clarity on how companies handle genetic data and ensure it is used for its intended purposes. The legislation also seeks to prevent the misuse of genetic information and promote transparency in the industry. The bill marks a bipartisan response to 23andMe's bankruptcy, with lawmakers working together to address concerns over genetic data protection.