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WA HB1006

WA HB1006
Protecting the right of every Washington resident to decline an immunization or vaccination based on religion or conscience.


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Introduced
01/11/2021
In Committee
01/11/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to protecting the right of every Washington resident to decline an immunization or vaccination based on religion or conscience; amending RCW 28A.210.090, 28A.210.090, 43.216.690, and 43.06.220; adding a new section to chapter 70.54 RCW; providing an effective date; providing an expiration date; and declaring an emergency.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits any state agency or political subdivision from enacting rules, ordinances, or policies that would require individuals to get vaccinated or immunized against their religious, philosophical, or personal objections. The bill also amends existing laws related to vaccination exemptions for children in schools and daycares, as well as the governor's emergency powers, to provide broader exemptions based on religious, philosophical, or personal objections. The bill declares an emergency and most provisions take effect immediately, with one section taking effect on July 1, 2022.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/10/2022)

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