Forensic Genetic Genealogy
An Act Relating to Genetic Data Privacy (H. 639, No. 135, 2026)
June 15, 2026
An act relating to genetic data privacy (adds 9 V.S.A. chapter 61A).
Legislation Database
This database includes federal, state, and local laws, proposed legislation, budget impact statements,
regulations, and more as jurisdictions implement forensic DNA policies and procedures.
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An Act Expanding Vermont’s DNA Collection to Certain Misdemeanors (S. 10, No. 122, 2015)
May 23, 2016
Most direct DNA-specific legislation; amended § 1933 to adjust the collection mandate (expanding to misdemeanors carrying 30+ days). Signed May…
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Sexual Abuse Response System (S. 13, No. 1, 2009)
March 4, 2009
Omnibus criminal justice bill amending §§ 1931–1933 (definitions and collection procedures); a separate provision (§ 24) took effect July 1,…
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An Act Establishing Vermont’s DNA Database (No. 160, 1997)
April 29, 1998
The original creating bill for Vermont’s DNA database. Effective April 29, 1998.