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PA HB262
PA HB262Providing for the right of an employee or prospective employee to refuse to participate in an invasive medical test or injection required by an employer.
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Introduced
01/26/2021
01/26/2021
In Committee
09/15/2021
09/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
11/30/2022
11/30/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act providing for the right of an employee or prospective employee to refuse to participate in an invasive medical test or vaccination required by an employer.
AI Summary
This bill provides for the right of an employee or prospective employee to refuse to participate in an invasive medical test or injection required by an employer. The bill defines "invasive medical test" and "injection" and outlines the reasons an employee or prospective employee can refuse such a requirement, including medical, religious, or ethical grounds. The bill prohibits employers from retaliating or discriminating against employees or prospective employees who refuse to comply based on the specified reasons. The bill also outlines the obligations of employees, prospective employees, and employers in this process, including notice requirements and employer response options. If an employee prevails in an action under the bill, they may be entitled to reinstatement, restitution, and attorney's fees, depending on the employer's efforts to meet its obligations. The bill also addresses workers' compensation coverage for any injuries resulting from a required invasive medical test or injection.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (38)
Russ Diamond (R)*,
Mike Armanini (R),
Aaron Bernstine (R),
Stephanie Borowicz (R),
Bud Cook (R),
Jim Cox (R),
Eric Davanzo (R),
Matthew Dowling (R),
Ann Flood (R),
Jonathan Fritz (R),
Mark Gillen (R),
Barb Gleim (R),
Jim Gregory (R),
Keith Greiner (R),
Joe Hamm (R),
Susan Helm (R),
Mike Jones (R),
Barry Jozwiak (R),
Rob Kauffman (R),
Joe Kerwin (R),
Andrew Lewis (R),
Milou Mackenzie (R),
Abby Major (R),
David Maloney (R),
Daryl Metcalfe (R),
Dan Moul (R),
Eric Nelson (R),
Tracy Pennycuick (R),
Jack Rader (R),
Brad Roae (R),
Greg Rothman (R),
David Rowe (R),
Frank Ryan (R),
Tommy Sankey (R),
Jason Silvis (R),
Brian Smith (R),
Perry Stambaugh (R),
Dave Zimmerman (R),
Last Action
Laid on the table (on 11/10/2021)
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