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NY S03041

NY S03041
Permits any child who is at least fourteen years of age to have administered to himself or herself, regardless of parental consent, certain immunizations required or recommended by law.


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Introduced
01/27/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Permits any child who is at least fourteen years of age to have administered to himself or herself, regardless of parental consent, certain immunizations required or recommended by law.

AI Summary

This bill permits any child who is at least 14 years of age to have certain immunizations administered to themselves, regardless of parental consent. The bill defines "health care practitioner" as a licensed or certified medical professional, "vaccine" as an approved biological product intended to confer immunization, and "capacity to consent" as an individual's ability, regardless of age, to understand and appreciate the nature and consequences of the proposed vaccination and make an informed decision about it. The bill requires the health care practitioner to consult with and counsel the minor to ensure they fully understand the vaccine and are providing informed consent before administering it.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 01/05/2022)

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