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
Impact
If passed, HB6206 would reinforce the requirements that parents or guardians must submit documentation concerning their child's immunization status, thus impacting state education policies regarding health. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for children enrolling in kindergarten for the first time, requiring them to submit vision screening confirmation from a healthcare provider. This could facilitate better health monitoring in schools and influence how educational institutions handle health-related issues among students.
Summary
House Bill 6206 aims to amend the Revised School Code of Michigan by modifying existing requirements related to immunizations for children enrolling in public and nonpublic schools. Specifically, the bill stipulates that a child enrolling in school for the first time, or entering the seventh grade for the first time, must submit certain documentation regarding their immunization status. This documentation can include a physician's statement confirming immunization, a parental statement citing religious or other objections to immunization, or a certification from a physician that the child is in the process of complying with immunization requirements.
Conclusion
HB6206 is tied to the broader conversation around immunizations in schools and reflects ongoing tensions between public health initiatives and individual liberties. Its implications can lead to significant changes in school health policies and potentially affect the enrollment process for children in Michigan.
Contention
The adjustment to immunization requirements may generate debates about parental rights and the role of government in public health. Proponents argue that ensuring immunization records are accurately submitted protects the health of all students and contributes to public health efforts. However, opponents might raise concerns regarding the potential infringement on parental rights, especially for those who object to vaccinations on religious grounds.
Same As
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
Education: attendance; promulgation of certain rules that are more stringent than the requirements for claiming exemption from immunizations; prohibit. Amends sec. 1177 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1177). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4552'25
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
Education: reports; grade requirement for certain immunization records; modify in the revised school code. Amends sec. 1177 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1177). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0875'24
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; 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
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).
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
Education: all other employees; certain requirements related to seizure awareness; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1179c.
Education: all other employees; certain requirements related to seizure awareness; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1179c.
Relating to the ethics and financial disclosure requirements of members of the governing board, officers, and employees of certain public retirement systems and officers and employees of a nonprofit corporation for investment of the permanent university fund.