Bill > HB645

This bill repeals a Georgia state law that previously required COVID-19 testing for staff members in long-term care facilities, specifically removing Code Section 31-7-12.6 which mandated SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) testing. Additionally, the bill modifies a vaccination-related statute by changing the age requirement for influenza vaccinations from 50 years old to 18 years old. By eliminating the COVID-19 testing requirement, the bill reduces testing mandates for long-term care facility staff, potentially reducing administrative burdens and costs for these facilities. The change in the influenza vaccination age requirement suggests a broadening of vaccine accessibility for younger adults. The bill follows standard legislative procedure by including a clause that repeals any conflicting laws, which ensures legal consistency with the new provisions.

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70844