The bill amends the Idaho Medical Freedom Act by changing the title of Chapter 5, Title 73, Idaho Code, from the "Coronavirus Stop Act" to the "Idaho Medical Freedom Act." It revises the short title in Section 73-501 to reflect this change. Additionally, the bill updates Section 73-502 by removing specific definitions related to "coronavirus" and "coronavirus vaccination," while introducing new definitions for terms such as "medical intervention" and "school."
Furthermore, the bill modifies Section 73-503 to prohibit business entities from refusing services or requiring medical interventions, including vaccinations, as a condition of employment or access to services, with certain exceptions for federal law and foreign jurisdictions. It also states that schools cannot mandate medical interventions for attendance or employment, while ensuring that government entities cannot impose such requirements unless mandated by federal law. The bill includes provisions for enforcement and declares an emergency, making it effective from July 1, 2025.
Statutes affected: Bill Text: 73-501, 73-502, 73-503