Establishes requirements to protect the privacy of certain information and genetic material. (BDR 19-1241)

AB 589 protects the privacy of autism-related data and genetic information by prohibiting state agencies, local governments, and their contractors from collecting or sharing such data without consent, except for providing services related to autism or meeting legal requirements. It expands criminal penalties for unauthorized genetic testing, DNA sample transfers, and sales, creating new felony charges for these actions. The bill also requires biennial compliance reviews by the Office of the Governor and establishes a civil cause of action for individuals harmed by privacy violations. These changes directly affect government entities, healthcare providers, and any organization handling sensitive health data.