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AL HB12
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ernie Yarbrough
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AI Summary
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Employers prohibited from discriminating against individuals who refuse vaccines, drugs, biologics, gene editing technology, RNA/DNA-based products, or facial coverings for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions
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Places of public accommodation (as defined by ADA Title III) prohibited from discriminating based on immunization status or refusal to wear facial coverings
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Hospitals and health insurers prohibited from denying services, organ donations, or insurance coverage based on refusal of specified medical interventions; exception allows requiring surgical masks during surgical, medical, or dental procedures
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Occupational licensing boards prohibited from denying, suspending, or revoking licenses based on immunization status
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Individuals may seek injunctions and recover attorney fees for violations; Attorney General authorized to enforce the act and defend entities facing federal penalties for compliance; effective June 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Health; discrimination by certain entities against individuals who refuse certain immunizations, drugs, or facial coverings for reasons of conscience prohibited; civil cause of action for violations provided; Attorney General authorized to defend an entity subject to related federal penalties
Health
Last Action
Pending House Judiciary
1/13/2026