Genetic Discrimination Bill Clears Hurdle in House

Courtesy NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Fri, 05/02/2008 - 5:00am

The House voted Thursday to give final approval to a landmark bill that would bar discrimination in health insurance and employment on the basis of a person's genetic information.

The bill has been 13 years in the making; President Bush is expected to sign it.

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