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NJ A844
NJ A844Prohibits government entity or school from requiring influenza vaccinations for persons who are 18 years of age or younger.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits a government entity or school from requiring influenza vaccinations for persons who are 18 years of age or younger. Under the bill, no State, county, or local government employee, entity, or elected official, and no private or public school is to directly or indirectly require an individual who is 18 years of age or younger to undergo the administration of an influenza vaccine or any other injection, medication, or procedure that is designed to provide immunity from influenza.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits any government entity, including state, county, or local government employees, entities, or elected officials, as well as any private or public school, from mandating influenza vaccinations or any other injection, medication, or procedure intended to provide immunity from influenza for individuals who are 18 years of age or younger. This means that schools and government bodies cannot force children and teenagers to get a flu shot.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A844 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/844_I1.HTM |
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