Senate Bill 318, also known as the "Tennessee Genomic Security and End Organ Harvesting Act," aims to protect genetic information from foreign adversaries, particularly the People's Republic of China, and to combat the practice of forced organ harvesting. The bill establishes definitions for key terms such as "forced organ harvesting," "foreign adversary," and "genetic sequencer," and outlines the responsibilities of health insurers and medical facilities regarding organ transplants and genetic data. Specifically, it prohibits health insurers from covering organ transplants performed in China or involving organs procured from there, and it mandates that medical facilities refrain from using genetic sequencers produced by foreign adversaries.

Additionally, the bill imposes strict regulations on the storage and handling of genetic sequencing data, requiring that such data be stored within the United States and protected by robust cybersecurity measures. Medical facilities and research institutions must certify their compliance annually, with penalties for violations including substantial fines. The bill also allows for investigations into potential violations and provides for statutory damages to individuals whose genetic information is misused. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.