33-18-902. Requirement for genetic testing -- limitations. (1) An insurer, health service corporation, health maintenance organization, fraternal benefit society, or other issuer of an individual or group policy or certificate of insurance may not require an individual to obtain a genetic test unless the test is otherwise required by law for reasons including but not limited to the following: 
 (a) to establish parentage; 
 (b) to determine the presence of metabolic disorders in a newborn by testing conducted pursuant to newborn screening and protocols; 
 (c) in connection with a criminal investigation or prosecution; or 
 (d) for remains identification. 
 (2) This section does not apply to transactions of life, disability income, or long-term care insurance. 
 History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 334, L. 1999.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Title 33. Insurance and Insurance Companies
Chapter 18. Unfair Trade Practices
Part 9. Restrictions on Use of Genetic Information
33-18-902. Requirement for genetic testing -- limitations
33-18-903. Discrimination on basis of genetic traits prohibited
33-18-904. Seeking genetic information for nontherapeutic purposes prohibited