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Rep. Anderson Launches Sunshine Genetics Act for Rare Diseases

3/1/2025

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Rep. Adam Anderson unveiled the “Sunshine Genetics Act” in Florida, a groundbreaking initiative to boost genetic testing and research for rare diseases. Inspired by his own family's battle with Tay-Sachs disease, Anderson aims to create a newborn screening program and unite universities in the fight against these conditions, offering hope to countless families.

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Rep. Adam Anderson unveiled the “Sunshine Genetics Act” in Florida, a groundbreaking initiative to boost genetic testing and research for rare diseases. Inspired by his own family's battle with Tay-Sachs disease, Anderson aims to create a newborn screening program and unite universities in the fight against these conditions, offering hope to countless families.