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Interim Final Regulations Issued for Part of the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act

On October 1, 2009, the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor and Department of Health and Human Services released the joint, final interim regulations under Title I of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA). These final regulations will be effective December 7, 2009. Find out how to comment. (Read more)

Highlights

	2010 Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship This fellowship program is designed for genetics professionals with an advanced degree who are early in their careers and interested in the development and implementation of genetics health and research policies at the national level.
	Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship Fellowship flyer for distribution
	The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008: Information for Researchers and Health Care Professionals
	Guidance on the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act: Implications for Investigators and Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) [hhs.gov]
	Genomic Medicine: A Revolution in Medical Practice in the 21st Century NHGRI Director Dr. Francis S. Collins speaks at the 3rd Annual World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C. on April 17, 2006. In order to view this presentation, you will need the free download PowerPoint Viewer 2003

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Last Updated: November 12, 2009

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Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship

Policy and Program Analysis Branch
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Ethical, Legal and Social Implications Research Program
NHGRI Extramural Research Program

Social and Behavioral Research Branch
NHGRI Intramural Research Program