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KY SB80

KY SB80
AN ACT relating to genetic testing in death investigations.


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Introduced
01/11/2022
In Committee
03/25/2022
Crossed Over
02/23/2022
Passed
Dead
04/14/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amend KRS 72.405 to define "genetic tests" and expand the definition of "post-mortem examination"; create a new section of KRS Chapter 72 to require genetic tests be performed when a postmortem examination of a deceased person is required; prohibit disclosure of information or genetic test results without written consent of deceased's spouse, next of kin, or authorized person.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS) to define "genetic tests" and expand the definition of "post-mortem examination" to include genetic tests. It creates a new section of KRS Chapter 72 that requires genetic tests to be performed when a post-mortem examination is required for a deceased person under 40 years of age, if the medical examiner does not determine the cause of death. The bill also prohibits the disclosure of genetic test results without the written consent of the deceased's spouse, next of kin, or authorized person. Finally, the bill is cited as the Micah Shantell Fletcher Law.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House Floor Amendment - House Floor Amendment 2 (on 03/30/2022)

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