This bill amends RSA 170-E:27-b to establish that there will be no vaccination or immunization requirements for children residing in foster homes that exceed those outlined in RSA 141-C:20-a. The amendments clarify that the requirements will not surpass the type of vaccinations, quantity of doses, or exemptions permitted under the existing law. Additionally, the bill introduces similar provisions for foster parents, ensuring that their vaccination or immunization requirements also align with those specified in RSA 141-C:20-a.

The legal language changes include the insertion of provisions that explicitly state there shall be no vaccination or immunization requirements for foster parents that exceed the existing law, as well as the addition of exemptions. The bill aims to standardize immunization requirements for both foster children and parents, thereby simplifying compliance and ensuring consistency across foster family homes. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 170-E:27-b
HB1219 text: 170-E:27-b