House Bill No. 866, introduced by Representative Amedee, aims to protect individuals who refuse certain medical services, specifically those related to biologics, vaccines, and other medical products authorized for emergency use. The bill defines key terms such as "political subdivision," "public official," and "state agency." It prohibits various forms of discrimination against individuals based on their refusal to receive these medical services, including denial or termination of employment, denial of services, denial of access to commerce, segregation, financial coercion, and any unreasonable burdens imposed on the individual.

In the event of a violation, the bill stipulates a fine of up to $1,000 and allows for the filing of a petition for injunctive relief or declaratory judgment, with the possibility of recovering court costs and reasonable attorney fees. However, the provisions do not apply to hospitals or nursing facilities if the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services require that patient care employees receive the specified medical services. The bill also includes amendments that remove the provision for treble damages and clarify the exceptions for healthcare facilities.