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SB26Introduced in the Senate

Revising requirements and process for compulsory immunization exemptions

IntroducedSenate Health and Human Resources

Introduced by Chris Rose, District 2

What does this bill do?

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Official description

The purpose of this bill is to create exemptions to mandatory vaccination requirements to accommodate religious conviction and philosophical beliefs. The bill also revises the existing medical exemption process and eliminates the position of the State Immunization Officer. The bill permits injunctive relief for violations of this section.

Where it stands

To Health and Human Resources

January 14, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Filed for introduction

  2. To Health and Human Resources

  3. Introduced in Senate

  4. To Health and Human Resources

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