state_legiscan_drain · VA
Genetic sequencing; use of foreign genetic sequencing, etc.
January 13, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would prohibit medical care facilities in Virginia from using genetic sequencers or related software produced in countries designated as foreign adversaries, and from storing genetic sequencing data with such countries. It also prohibits health insurance carriers from covering human organ transplants that occur in China or other designated foreign countries. Medical care facilities must annually certify compliance under penalty of perjury, and violators are subject to civil penalties.
Source: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB685
Common questions
- What does "Genetic sequencing; use of foreign genetic sequencing, etc." cover?
- If enacted, this bill would prohibit medical care facilities in Virginia from using genetic sequencers or related software produced in countries…
- When was it published?
- It was published on January 13, 2026.
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