This bill amends the Revised School Code of Michigan, specifically section 1177, to update the requirements for immunization documentation for children enrolling in public and nonpublic schools. It specifies that children enrolling for the first time in kindergarten or grade 7 must submit various forms of documentation regarding their immunization status. The bill introduces new language requiring parents or legal guardians to provide a signed statement from a health department director or a licensed physician regarding the child's immunization and vision screening status. Additionally, it mandates that the governing body of each school must report the immunization status of new students to the Department of Health and Human Services by November 1 each year, with updates due by February 1.

Furthermore, starting June 1, 2028, the immunization status reports must be deidentified and aggregated, including percentages of fully immunized, partially immunized, and those with waivers. Beginning with the 2028-2029 school year, schools are required to notify parents or guardians about the immunization status of their children and make this information accessible on the school's website and in a prominent location within the school. The bill also updates the language to reflect the Department of Health and Human Services instead of the Department of Community Health, ensuring that the rules for implementation are aligned with current health department standards.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 380.1177