Bill > SB879

This bill proposes new regulations for infant vaccinations in Oklahoma, requiring healthcare providers to obtain prior written informed consent from a parent or legal guardian before administering any vaccine to an infant, with specific emphasis on the Hepatitis B vaccine. The bill mandates that vaccines must be voluntary and on an opt-in basis only, prohibiting healthcare providers from requiring or implying that such consent is mandatory. The legislation is grounded in the Parents' Bill of Rights and requires healthcare providers to explain any potential risks associated with the vaccine to the parent or legal guardian before administration. The new law would be codified as Section 1-511.1 of Title 63 in the Oklahoma Statutes and is set to become effective on November 1, 2025. By explicitly stating that vaccines are voluntary and requiring detailed informed consent, the bill aims to give parents more control and information about medical decisions for their infants.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb879&Session=2600