ID H0708

No person may be required to receive coronavirus vaccination, have a vaccine passport, or provide proof of coronavirus immunization or negative test results to apply for state services, enter government venues open to the public, or be hired by or employed with the state or political subdivisions.

State employees cannot be discriminated against based on immunization status in decisions regarding promotion, compensation, or job duties, with exceptions for employees who tested positive for coronavirus (requiring negative test to return), those exposed during work (requiring testing), or those whose job duties require travel to jurisdictions mandating vaccination or entry to private locations requiring vaccination.

Bill does not apply to coronavirus immunization requirements imposed by the federal government, schools under Idaho Code chapter 48 title 39, day care facilities under Idaho Code chapter 11 title 39, or health care facilities.

Defines "coronavirus" to include SARS-CoV-2, the disease it causes, and subsequently identified mutations or strains if transmission reaches epidemic or pandemic levels qualifying for emergency declaration under Idaho law.

Act takes effect immediately upon passage and approval with severability clause protecting remaining provisions if any portion is declared invalid.