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TX SB94

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Bob Hall

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of State Health Services to allow electronic submission of immunization exemption affidavit requests through its website, removing the previous written-only request requirement

  • Mandates the department to provide a standardized receipt confirming submission of an affidavit request, regardless of submission method (electronic, in person, mail, or fax)

  • Prohibits elementary, secondary schools, and child care facilities from denying admission to students who lack required immunizations if documentation shows an exemption affidavit request has been submitted to the department

  • Prohibits higher education institutions from denying admission to students lacking bacterial meningitis vaccinations or other required immunizations if documentation shows a pending exemption affidavit request

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the affidavit form provided by the Department of State Health Services for certain immunization exemptions.

Education

Last Action

Referred to Health & Human Services

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services2/3/2025

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