Assembly Bill 891 seeks to amend existing statutes regarding immunization requirements for students in Wisconsin by eliminating the personal conviction exemption. Under current law, students must provide evidence of immunization against certain diseases upon admission to educational institutions, but they can waive this requirement by submitting a written statement citing health, religious, or personal conviction reasons. The proposed changes would restrict waivers solely to health or religious reasons, thereby removing personal conviction as a valid justification for not complying with immunization requirements.

The bill specifically amends sections 49.155 (1m) (br) and 252.04 (3) of the statutes. The deletion of the phrase "or personal conviction" from the waiver criteria signifies a significant shift in policy, aiming to increase immunization rates among students by limiting the grounds on which parents or guardians can object to vaccinations. This legislative change reflects a growing emphasis on public health and safety in educational settings.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49.155(1m)(br), 49.155, 252.04(3), 252.04