Bill > S1210

This bill amends Idaho law to establish the Idaho Medical Freedom Act, which broadly prohibits various entities from mandating medical interventions, with a particular focus on preventing discrimination based on an individual's medical treatment choices. The bill defines key terms like "medical intervention" (which includes vaccines, treatments, and medical procedures) and applies to businesses, schools, ticket issuers, and government entities. It prevents organizations from refusing services, employment, or access to venues based on whether someone has or has not received a specific medical intervention. The legislation restricts employers from requiring medical interventions as a condition of employment, except in limited circumstances involving international travel, and prohibits offering different compensation based on medical intervention status. Schools are also barred from mandating medical interventions for attendance or employment. The bill includes enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general or county prosecutors to pursue legal action against entities that violate these provisions, and it explicitly states that no healthy person can be excluded during a disease outbreak due to vaccination status. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and represents a significant expansion of medical choice protections in Idaho, effectively preventing mandatory medical treatments across multiple sectors.

Government Affairs, Justice

Judiciary and Rules Committee (S)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/S1210/