GA
Georgia House Bill HB213

Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HB213

Introduced
2/2/23  
Report Pass
2/15/23  
Introduced
2/2/23  

Caption

Education; required information to parents of students regarding meningococcal meningitis and influenza and their vaccines; revise provisions

Impact

If enacted, HB213 would enhance educational institutions' responsibilities to communicate health information accurately and comprehensively. By mandating the inclusion of descriptions of causes, symptoms, transmission methods, and lists of sources for additional information, the bill will contribute to improved public awareness regarding meningococcal meningitis and influenza. The Georgia Department of Education, in conjunction with the Department of Public Health, is required to create accessible materials that will facilitate this information-sharing process, thereby promoting student health and safety.

Summary

House Bill 213 aims to amend existing legislation concerning student health information dissemination in elementary and secondary education. The bill specifically revises the provisions related to the information that local boards of education must provide to parents and guardians about meningococcal meningitis and influenza, emphasizing the inclusion of critical health information about these diseases and their respective vaccines. This amendment is intended to ensure that parents have access to essential data concerning the health risks associated with these infections, and the importance of vaccinations in preventing them.

Contention

While the bill appears beneficial in terms of promoting student health, the effectiveness of its implementation may draw scrutiny, particularly regarding the adequacy of resources allocated for the educational campaign. Critics may raise concerns about the capacity of local school systems to effectively disseminate such information and ensure that parents are adequately informed. Additionally, the bill may face challenges related to potential pushback from parents who may have differing views on vaccinations, further complicating its rollout across various school districts.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HB174

Education, Department of; provide parents and guardians of students entering sixth grade information regarding adolescent vaccinations in print and electronic form

GA HB173

Education, Department of; provide parents and guardians of students entering sixth grade information regarding adolescent vaccinations in print and electronic form

GA SB445

Department of Education; provide to parents and guardians of students entering the sixth grade information regarding recommended adolescent vaccinations in print and electronic form; require

GA HB5043

IDPH-MENINGITIS EDUCATION

GA HB05539

An Act Concerning Meningitis Vaccines.

GA SB3378

IDPH-MENINGITIS EDUCATION

GA A2007

Requires students and certain other children to be annually vaccinated for influenza as condition of enrollment at public and private K-12 schools, preschools, child care centers, and institutions of higher education.

GA A1823

Requires students and certain other children to be annually vaccinated for influenza as condition of enrollment at public and private K-12 schools, preschools, child care centers, and institutions of higher education.

GA S1101

Requires students and certain other children to be annually vaccinated for influenza as condition of enrollment at public and private K-12 schools, preschools, child care centers, and institutions of higher education.

GA HB07172

An Act Concerning Meningococcal Vaccine.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.