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ME LD436
ME LD436An Act to Prohibit State Agencies from Promoting the COVID-19 Vaccination to Children
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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/15/2025
04/15/2025
Introduced Session
132nd Legislature
Bill Summary
This bill prevents any state agency, through any program including the MaineCare program, from promoting the COVID-19 vaccination to any individual who has not attained 18 years of age.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits state agencies, including the MaineCare program (Maine's Medicaid program), from promoting COVID-19 vaccination to individuals under 18 years old through any means, such as websites or educational materials. The legislation specifically prevents state departments from distributing promotional or informational content about the COVID-19 vaccine to minors. The bill defines COVID-19 by referencing an existing definition in Title 24-A, section 4320-P, subsection 1, paragraph A, ensuring consistency with other state legal definitions. By enacting this provision under 22 MRSA (Maine Revised Statutes Annotated, Title 22, which covers health and human services), the bill aims to restrict state-sponsored vaccination outreach efforts targeting children and teenagers, potentially impacting public health communication strategies related to COVID-19 immunization for younger populations.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accepted Majority (ONTP) Report, Apr 15, 2025 (on 04/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=436&snum=132 |
| Fiscal Note: Text | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN043601.pdf |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=HP0290&item=1&snum=132 |
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