This bill introduces a new section to chapter 23-12 of the North Dakota Century Code, establishing an opt-out procedure for required vaccines. It stipulates that no state agency, political subdivision, or government entity can mandate an individual to receive a vaccine or similar product aimed at disease prevention without providing an opt-out option for health, religious, or philosophical reasons.

Additionally, for educational and childcare institutions such as schools, day care centers, and nursery schools, the bill mandates adherence to section 23-07-17.1 regarding vaccines and the associated opt-out procedures. This legislation aims to ensure that individuals have the right to refuse vaccinations under specified circumstances while maintaining compliance with existing regulations for certain facilities.