Ending Non-Medical Exemptions for Immunization in Michigan

Year: 2016

Resolution Number: 7

Action Taken: Reaffirmed

Status:

Author(s): Charles J. Barone II, MD

Sponsor: Charles J. Barone II, MD

On behalf of: Wayne County Delegation

Committee: Reaffirmation Calendar

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS advocate for state legislation to amend the Public Health Code to eliminate non-medical exemptions from immunization for childcare and school attendance in state statutes; and be it further RESOLVED: That MSMS work with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to intensify efforts to achieve high immunization rates in communities where non-medical exemptions are common until such time as non-medical waivers are eliminated.

Fiscal Note: NULL

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