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ID H0140
Bill
Status
2/23/2021
Primary Sponsor
Commerce and Human Resources Committee
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "Medical Consumer Protection Act" as Chapter 28 of Title 44, Idaho Code.
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Defines "discrimination against unvaccinated persons" as termination, refusal to hire, failure to promote, reassignment, pay reduction, or benefit changes based on vaccination records or refusal to be vaccinated for medical or conscience reasons including religious or philosophical beliefs.
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Prohibits the State of Idaho and political subdivisions from entering into contracts with employers or companies that engage in discrimination against unvaccinated persons.
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Requires employers or companies already under contract with the state or political subdivisions to cease discriminating against unvaccinated persons or be in breach of contract.
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Excludes the federal government and federal agencies from the definition of "employer" under this act.
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to prohibit discrimination against certain persons on the basis of their vaccination status and to prohibit state contracts with companies that engage in such discrimination.
MEDICAL CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT
Last Action
Introduced, read first time; referred to: Commerce & Human Resources
2/24/2021