Plain English Breakdown
The official text mentions 'metabolic disorders' in the scope of the chapter being amended, but only specifies repealing authority regarding contagious/infectious diseases. The summary focuses strictly on the repeal action described.
Medical Freedom Act
This bill removes the power of state and county health officials to require people to get vaccinations or take other steps to prevent contagious diseases.
What This Bill Does
- Repeals authority for the Department of Public Health to mandate vaccines against infectious diseases.
- Removes the ability of all county boards of health to require vaccination measures.
- Eliminates rules that force people to submit to other prevention methods for contagious illnesses.
- Amends Chapter 12 of Title 31 of the O.C.G.A. regarding control of hazardous conditions and diseases.
Who It Names or Affects
- The Department of Public Health
- All county boards of health
- Persons who might otherwise be required to submit to vaccinations or disease prevention measures
Terms To Know
- O.C.G.A.
- The official code containing the laws and rules for this state.
- Repeal
- To officially cancel or remove a law so it is no longer in effect.
Limits and Unknowns
- The text does not specify if the bill creates new rules for how people can choose to protect themselves.
- The effective date of when these changes take place is not listed in the provided information.
- The source material does not explain what happens to existing vaccination records or requirements already on file.