Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008
Official title: “To prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment.”
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How it passed
The Senate passed it 95 to 0 on April 24, 2008, with 5 senators who did not vote.
The House passed it 414 to 1 on May 1, 2008, with 16 members who did not vote.
It became law on May 21, 2008.
The question on the official record: House, “On Motion to Agree to the Senate Amendment”. Senate, “On Passage of the Bill H.R. 493”.
| Chamber and party | Yes | No | Present | Did not vote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House Republicans | 188 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| House Democrats | 226 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Senate Republicans | 46 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Senate Democrats | 47 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Senate independents | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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