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LA HB711

LA HB711
Provides relative to parental consent with respect to the administration of vaccines to minors


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Introduced
03/01/2024
In Committee
03/11/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/03/2024

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To enact R.S. 40:1079.4, relative to parental consent with respect to the administration of vaccines to minors; to provide for definitions; to provide for legislative findings; to require the provision of certain vaccination information; to require parental consent for the vaccination of minors; to provide for exemptions; to provide for disciplinary actions; and to provide for related matters.

AI Summary

This bill requires healthcare providers to obtain prior written informed consent from a parent, legal guardian, or representative before administering any vaccine to a minor (defined as an unemancipated child between 15 and 18 years old who is not a parent or legal guardian of a minor). The bill also provides information about the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act, including that vaccine manufacturers are not liable for harm caused by their vaccines, and that no safety studies have been performed on the combination of multiple vaccines administered during a single visit. The bill allows parents to decline some or all recommended vaccinations, and prohibits state employees from providing, requesting, or facilitating the vaccination of a minor in state custody. Violations of the bill's provisions can result in disciplinary action against the healthcare provider's license.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House Committee on Health & Welfare (09:30:00 4/24/2024 Room 5) (on 04/24/2024)

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