The bill amends the Public Health Code of Michigan, specifically section 9215, to clarify the exemptions for children regarding immunization requirements. It establishes that a child can be exempt from specific immunization requirements if a physician certifies that the immunization may be detrimental to the child's health. Additionally, a parent, guardian, or person in loco parentis can present a written statement to the child's school or group program operator, asserting that immunization requirements cannot be met due to religious convictions or other objections.

Furthermore, the bill restricts the Department's authority to create additional rules regarding exemptions. It explicitly states that the Department cannot impose different or additional requirements for a child to be exempt from immunization beyond what is outlined in this section, nor can it mandate that exemptions be documented on a specific form prescribed by the Department. This aims to ensure that the existing exemptions are upheld without further bureaucratic requirements.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.9215