Mylan Traylor Associate

Enacted in 1998, Illinois’ Genetic Information Privacy Act governs the confidentiality and use of genetic testing and genetic information by employers and insurers. The statute was designed to prevent employers and insurers from using genetic testing and information as a means of discrimination.

In a landmark decision, the Illinois Supreme Court holds that every individual scan or transmission of biometric data made without the proper disclosures amounts to a separate violation of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act.