The bill amends the Iowa Medical Freedom Act by prohibiting businesses, educational institutions, and governmental entities from mandating medical interventions, which encompass any health care procedure or treatment aimed at maintaining or treating an individual's health. It ensures that individuals cannot be denied services, products, or employment based on their medical intervention status. Furthermore, it stipulates that any requirement for medical interventions by employers must be accompanied by advance written notice, and prohibits penalties or discrimination against employees regarding their willingness to receive such interventions. The bill also prevents ticket issuers from denying access to events based on medical intervention status and allows for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in occupational settings, provided it does not discriminate based on medical intervention status.

Additionally, the bill introduces new regulations concerning the mandatory use of PPE, specifically prohibiting its requirement when authorized solely by emergency use under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It empowers the attorney general or county attorneys to pursue civil actions for violations, including the recovery of attorney fees and costs. The bill repeals existing laws related to COVID-19 vaccination requirements, including those allowing employee discharge for refusal to vaccinate and the authority of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to mandate vaccinations during public health emergencies, while still allowing HHS to recommend treatment and isolation for infectious disease exposure. The provisions of the bill are designed to remain effective during declared emergencies and take effect immediately upon enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 27C.2, 256.11, 135.144, 139A.8, 299.4, 299A.2