This bill mandates the automatic registration of individuals with the New Jersey Immunization Information System (NJIIS) upon the administration of a vaccine, unless a written request is made by the individual or their parent/legal guardian to opt out. Specifically, individuals born on or after January 1, 1998 will be automatically enrolled in the registry after birth, while those born before this date can be enrolled at their request. The bill also stipulates that individuals not currently registered will be enrolled at the time of vaccination, with similar opt-out provisions for minors.

Additionally, the bill grants the Commissioner of Health the authority to deny disenrollment requests during public health emergencies or outbreaks, allowing for better tracking of vaccination efforts. The NJIIS serves as a comprehensive database for immunization records, aimed at improving vaccination rates and controlling communicable diseases. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining privacy and access to information within the registry, ensuring that only authorized entities can access individual immunization data.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 26:4-134