This bill aims to prohibit the use of vaccination status in various legal and administrative proceedings related to guardianship, child custody, and adoption in the state of Washington. Specifically, it introduces new sections to chapters 11.130, 26.33, and 26.44 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), stating that courts may not admit vaccination status as evidence or consider it when making decisions regarding guardianship petitions, child support, custody, visitation, or adoption. Additionally, it amends RCW 26.09.187 to include similar prohibitions regarding the consideration of vaccination status in child-related legal matters.

The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that vaccination status does not influence judicial decisions, thereby promoting fairness and equity in legal proceedings. It also includes a provision that if any part of the act is found invalid, the remaining sections will still be enforceable. The act is declared necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety, and is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 26.09.187