The bill amends existing Iowa law regarding the notification requirements for immunization exemptions by public health agencies. It introduces a new definition for "public health agency" and mandates that information about medical and religious exemptions to immunization requirements be included in communications related to immunization recommendations issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This information must also be disseminated by schools and licensed child care centers in their communications regarding immunization requirements for enrollment.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the information on exemptions must be published on the internet sites of all elementary and secondary schools, licensed child care centers, and public health agencies. It also requires that this information be included in the registration documentation for these educational institutions and centers. The changes aim to ensure that parents and guardians are adequately informed about their options regarding immunization exemptions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 139A.2, 139A.8