Loading chat...
AR HB1823
Bill
Status
Failed
4/24/2019
Primary Sponsor
Jack Ladyman
Click for details
AI Summary
- Food service establishment employees must receive Hepatitis A immunization or vaccination and appropriate boosters as a condition of employment.
- Employees previously immunized against Hepatitis A are exempt from additional vaccination if they provide proof of prior immunization.
- Requirements do not apply to pregnant women or individuals who object on medical, religious, or philosophical grounds with documentation.
- Food service establishments must maintain vaccination records for each employee and make them available to the Department of Health upon request.
- Violations result in fines of $50 to $250, with each day of violation after notification constituting a separate offense; non-compliance may also result in civil and administrative penalties including license suspension or revocation.
Legislative Description
To Require Employees Of Food Service Establishments To Be Immunized Or Vaccinated Against Hepatitis A For The Public Health, Safety, And Welfare Of The State Of Arkansas.
Last Action
Died on House Calendar at Sine Die Adjournment
4/24/2019
Committee Referrals
Public Health, Welfare and Labor3/14/2019
Full Bill Text
No bill text available