This bill amends the Public Health Code of Michigan, specifically section 9215, to update the procedures for immunization exemptions for children. It replaces the term "physician" with "health care provider" and introduces a requirement for a completed medical contraindication form to be certified by a health care provider if a specific immunization is deemed detrimental to a child's health. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of a nonmedical immunization waiver form that must be obtained in person from a local health department. This form must be signed by the parent or guardian and witnessed by a local health officer, who is required to inform them of the risks associated with not receiving the vaccine.

The bill outlines the necessary components of both the medical contraindication form and the nonmedical immunization waiver form, ensuring that they include specific statements regarding immunization requirements and potential consequences for children who are exempted. It emphasizes the importance of informing parents or guardians about the risks of vaccine-preventable diseases and the implications of opting out of immunizations. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of related legislation in the Michigan Legislature.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.9215