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Can I collect gender information from participants in Michigan? What are the requirements?
Collecting Gender Information from Participants in Michigan
Based on the provided context documents, there is no clear indication that collecting gender information from program participants is required or allowed in Michigan [1.1]. However, it is important to note that the Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Tracking and Reporting Commission was created within the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board [2.1]. The commission is responsible for developing guidelines and a plan to implement a uniform statewide system to track the location, lab submission status, completion of forensic testing, and storage of sexual assault evidence kits [2.1].
Therefore, it is recommended to consult with an attorney or legal expert in Michigan to determine if collecting gender information from program participants is necessary or permissible under state or federal law, especially if the program is related to sexual assault evidence kit tracking and reporting [2.1].
Source(s):
- [1.1] Computerized database of program participants; limited access by Michigan intelligence operations center.
- [2.1] Sexual assault evidence kit tracking and reporting commission; creation; membership; appointment; vacancy; meetings; election of chairperson and officers; quorum; business conducted at public meeting; writing subject to freedom of information act; duties after initial meeting; implementation of plans; appropriation; abolishment of commission.
Jurisdiction
Michigan