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 (for those under 18) to opt out. It specifies that newborns born on or after January 1, 1998 will be automatically enrolled unless their parent or guardian requests otherwise, while those born before this date can be enrolled at their request. Additionally, the bill allows for the automatic enrollment of any person not currently registered at the time they receive a vaccine.

Furthermore, the bill grants the Commissioner of Health the authority to deny disenrollment requests during declared public health emergencies or outbreaks, ensuring the tracking of vaccination administration and uptake. The NJIIS serves as a comprehensive database for immunization records, aimed at improving disease prevention and control efforts in New Jersey. Access to the registry is limited to authorized entities, and individuals have the right to review and correct their information within the system.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 26:4-134