Health: local health departments; report regarding immunization levels and exemptions; require local health officer to submit to local governing entity. Amends sec. 9209 from 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9209).
Impact
This amendment not only emphasizes the importance of immunizations but also requires local health officers to take proactive measures when vaccination levels are lower than prescribed thresholds. It is particularly noteworthy that the local health officer is tasked with implementing immunization clinics when necessary, thereby taking direct action to improve community health. Moreover, beginning June 1, 2026, local health officers will be required to report specific immunization metrics annually, creating a system of accountability and allowing for continuous improvement in public health strategies.
Summary
House Bill 6210 seeks to amend Michigan's Public Health Code by updating section 9209, which pertains to the immunization status of schoolchildren. The bill mandates that by November 1 of each year, school principals or administrators must report the immunization status of new kindergarten and first grade students to both state and local health departments. This information will help ensure that health authorities can monitor and improve the immunization rates within school populations, which is particularly important for public health and safety.
Contention
One potential point of contention regarding HB 6210 could stem from its requirements related to exemptions from immunizations. The bill outlines that schools must report the percentage of students exempt from immunization and take action to reduce that percentage below 5%. This may raise concerns among parents and advocacy groups regarding personal choice and rights, particularly in communities that prioritize individual medical decisions. The bill balances public health needs with community autonomy, which may lead to discussions among legislators and citizens alike.
Health: immunizations; grade requirement for certain immunization records; modify in the public health code and require department to adopt the immunization schedule recommended by the federal centers for disease control and prevention. Amends secs. 9208 & 9227 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9208 & 333.9227). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0877'24, SB 0876'24
Health: immunizations; exemptions to immunization requirements; modify to require the use of forms created by the department. Amends sec. 9215 of 1978 of 368 (MCL 333.9215). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6206'24
Health: immunizations; access to the Michigan care improvement registry; restrict and expand the registry to include the reporting of adverse events resulting from immunizing agents. Amends secs. 9206 & 9227 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9206 & 333.9227).
Health: immunizations; access to the Michigan care improvement registry; restrict and expand the registry to include the reporting of adverse events resulting from immunizing agents. Amends secs. 9206 & 9227 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9206 & 333.9227).
Health: immunizations; promulgation of certain rules and regulations that are more stringent than the vaccination exemptions provided in statute and that exclude individuals from school as a disease control measure; prohibit. Amends secs. 9215 & 9227 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9215 & 333.9227) & adds sec. 5115a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4553'25
Education: other; exemptions to immunization requirements; modify to require the use of forms created by the department of health and human services. Amends sec. 1177 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1177). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6205'24
Health: screening; certificate of immunization; require department of health and human services to update to indicate whether minor has been tested for lead poisoning. Amends sec. 9206 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9206). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0031'23
Health: immunizations; hepatitis B vaccinations for children; prohibit department from requiring under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 9227 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9227). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4078'23
School aid: other; certain provisions regarding immunization in the state school aid act; modify. Amends sec. 167 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1767). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0877'24