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House adopts resolution urging state agencies to protect privacy of Vermonters with autism
Summary
The Vermont House adopted House Resolution 9 urging state agencies, departments and offices to protect civil rights, medical confidentiality and personal privacy of Vermonters diagnosed with autism in light of a recent U.S. Department of Health and Human Services plan to establish an autism research database.
The Vermont House adopted House Resolution 9 calling on state agencies, departments and offices to protect the civil rights, medical confidentiality and personal privacy of Vermonters diagnosed with autism in response to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' announced plans to establish an autism research database and related databases.
On the floor the member chairing the session introduced House Resolution 9, noting the resolution had been read and appeared in the prior day's journal. The House then held a voice vote and adopted the resolution; the presiding officer recorded that "the ayes do have it" and that the resolution is adopted.
The resolution urges state agencies to safeguard privacy and confidentiality for Vermonters with autism. The transcript does not specify further enforcement mechanisms, funding, or reporting requirements associated with the resolution.
After adoption, the House recessed until 1 p.m., and members were told to monitor their email for bills and potential amendments coming from the Senate.
