American Genetic Privacy Act of 2023

HR 5830, the American Genetic Privacy Act of 2023, prohibits commercial DNA testing services (like ancestry or genealogy companies) from sharing any individual's genetic data or aggregated genetic information with the People's Republic of China or entities controlled by China. The law treats violations as unfair or deceptive practices under the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, empowering the FTC to enforce penalties and investigate breaches. It specifically defines "genetic information" as data from DNA tests, including results from services that provide ancestry or genealogical insights. This bill directly affects DNA testing companies operating in the U.S. and aims to prevent sensitive genetic data from being transferred to Chinese entities.