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GA HB1242

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Charlice Byrd

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals the authority of the Georgia Department of Public Health and county boards of health to require vaccinations or other preventive measures against contagious or infectious diseases

  • Prohibits state and local government entities from requiring vaccines or proof of postinfection recovery as a condition for government services, employment, professional licensure, school enrollment (pre-K through postsecondary), transportation, childcare, healthcare facilities, or business access

  • Bans state and local governments from issuing vaccine passports, immunization passes, or standardized documentation certifying an individual's health status

  • Prohibits state and local government entities from requiring face masks or other facial coverings to prevent the spread of contagious or infectious diseases

  • Prohibits businesses operating in Georgia from requiring customers to show proof of vaccination, proof of postinfection recovery, or wear masks to enter premises or receive goods and services

Legislative Description

Medical Freedom Act; enact

Last Action

House Second Readers

2/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Public and Community Health2/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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