Congress passes anti-genetic discrimination bill

Friday, May 2, 2008

WASHINGTON -- Congress sent President Bush a bill Thursday forbidding employers and insurance companies from using genetic tests showing people are at risk of developing cancer, heart disease or other ailments to reject their job applications, promotions or health-care coverage, or in setting premiums.

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