Relates to the administration of the novel coronavirus/COVID-19 immunization
Bill A 8261 prohibits administrative agencies from making COVID-19 immunization mandatory or requiring proof of vaccination for individuals in the state. It specifies that no person can be required to receive the COVID-19 immunization unless the state legislature enacts such a mandate. This includes provisions for children and incapacitated persons, requiring parental or guardian consent in the absence of a legislative mandate. The bill also prevents administrative agencies from requiring immunization for school attendance, employment, travel, access to government services, or residency in group homes.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 5, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
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Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
lower
May 5, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
John Mikulin
RRepublican
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