The bill, HB 47, addresses immunization requirements for students in schools, including licensed day care centers and postsecondary institutions. It modifies existing law to ensure that communication regarding immunization requirements includes information about exemption options. Notably, the bill expands the exemption criteria to include not only students seeking to enter school but also those who are currently attending. Additionally, it specifically exempts distance learners from the vaccine requirements, thereby acknowledging the unique circumstances of students who are not physically present in a traditional classroom setting.

Key amendments adopted in the conference committee report include the removal of the requirement for written verification from a physician for written dissent regarding immunization, and a technical correction to the bill. The bill mandates that any communication related to immunization requirements must include the text and legal citation of the exemption provision, ensuring that students and their guardians are fully informed of their rights. Overall, the bill aims to clarify and broaden the scope of immunization exemptions while enhancing transparency in communication about these requirements.

Statutes affected:
HB47 Original: 17:170(E)
HB47 Engrossed: 17:170(E)
HB47 Reengrossed: 17:170(E)
HB47 Enrolled: 17:170(E)
HB47 Act 675: 17:170(E)