House Bill No. by Representative Amedee proposes significant changes to the immunization requirements for students entering schools in Louisiana. The bill amends R.S. 17:170(A)(2) to remove the requirement for students to present evidence of immunization against meningococcal disease as a condition for school entry. Additionally, it repeals R.S. 17:170.1(A) and sections (C) through (G) and 170.4, which previously mandated that students provide proof of meningococcal vaccination when entering sixth grade, 11th grade, or registering for courses at postsecondary education institutions.

While the bill eliminates the meningococcal vaccination requirement, it retains the obligation for K-12 schools and postsecondary institutions to provide information about meningococcal disease and the vaccine to students. The proposed law continues to require students to present evidence of immunization against other vaccine-preventable diseases as outlined in a schedule approved by the office of public health. Overall, the bill aims to streamline immunization requirements while ensuring that students remain informed about meningococcal disease.

Statutes affected:
HB737 Original: 17:170(A)(2), 17:1(S, 17:1(A)