This bill aims to protect public assistance benefits from being rescinded based on vaccination status. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 by adding new subdivisions to sections 142A.03 and 256.01, explicitly stating that the commissioner of human services or children, youth, and families cannot revoke any public assistance benefits for individuals due to their own vaccination status. Additionally, the bill extends this protection to the vaccination status of individuals under the care of a person, parent, caregiver, guardian, legal custodian, or head of household.

The new legal language inserted into the statutes clearly outlines that both individuals and those responsible for their care are safeguarded from losing public assistance benefits based on vaccination status. This legislative change reflects a commitment to ensuring that access to essential public benefits remains unaffected by personal health choices regarding vaccinations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 142A.03, 256.01