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AB 1727: Crimes: theft of DNA.
What AB 1727 does, verified June 8, 2026
This bill aims to protect genetic data by imposing stricter penalties for its unauthorized use. It would make it a misdemeanor to sell or transfer genetic data without the consumer's express consent, punishable by up to one year in county jail or a fine of up to $1,000. The bill also establishes a new crime and requires the state to reimburse local agencies for certain costs. However, it would not require reimbursement for a specific reason. The bill's provisions are similar to those of the existing Genetic Information Privacy Act.
Bill journey
1IntroducedCurrent
2In CommitteePending
3First Chamber FloorPending
4Second ChamberPending
5GovernorPending
6ChapteredPending
Last action: In committee: Held under submission. (2026-05-14)Alert me
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| May. 14, 2026 | In committee: Held under submission. |
| May. 14, 2026 | Joint Rule 62(a), file notice suspended. (Page 5030.) |
| May. 13, 2026 | In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file. |
| Apr. 27, 2026 | Re-referred to Com. on APPR. |
| Apr. 23, 2026 | Read second time and amended. |