H2541
An Act relative to the protection of medical exemptions for immunizations for school attendance
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Bill overview
This bill, H.2541, aims to safeguard the ability of parents to request medical exemptions for their children to receive vaccinations required for school attendance in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure that medical exemptions are handled with appropriate consideration and that the process remains accessible for families who believe a vaccination is not in their child’s best interest due to medical reasons. The bill’s intent is to protect parental rights while maintaining public health safeguards. It builds upon previous legislation addressing similar concerns.
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Primary sponsor
Michael J. Soter
Cosponsors
James C. Arena-DeRosa
John J. Marsi
Joseph D. McKenna
Kelly A. Dooner
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