On a weekly basis, the Genetics Policy Hub (GPH), compiles all tweets found on the GPH Twitter, @geneticspolicy, in the GPH Weekly Wrap-Up to provide information about proposed and enacted US state and Federal legislation and regulation. Enter your email below to subscribe and receive the Weekly Wrap-Up in your inbox, and find more information about genetics policy across the US at geneticspolicy.nccrcg.org!
The April 17th-21st GPH Twitter Wrap-Up of the Week highlights 2 newly introduced state bills, an adopted state rule, and an upcoming public hearing, including:
Introduced State Legislation
A bill introduced in Alabama relating to the State Board of Genetic Counseling; and
A bill introduced in North Carolina relating to the state’s Advisory Council on Rare Diseases.
Adopted State Rules
A state rule adopted in Michigan relating to Genetic Counseling.
Public Hearings
A public hearing of the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Financial Services regarding a proposed state bill related to the coverage of biomarker testing.
State Legislation
Introduced State Legislation
Alabama
On April 19, 2023, the #Alabama Senate introduced a bill which shall authorize the State Board of #GeneticCounseling to conduct regular meetings and to make grants to develop training and continuing education programs for #GeneticCounselors. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3mQN6sI
North Carolina
On April 18, 2023, the #NorthCarolina House introduced a bill which shall revise the composition and duties of the Advisory Council on #RareDiseases within the @ncdhhs. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3KQLsPH
State Rules and Legislation
Adopted State Rules
Michigan
Effective March 23, 2023, the #Michigian Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs published rules on April 15, 2023, related to #GeneticCounseling, including requirements to provide telehealth services; and updated rules on licensure. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3UV5xZG
Public Hearings
Massachusetts
The #MA Joint Committee on Financial Services is holding a public hearing on May 2, 2023, regarding a proposed House bill that would require certain health insurance plans to provide coverage for #BiomarkerTesting. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/41r7pf9
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