“As introduced, this bill permits a minor of any age to consent to receive a vaccine where the vaccination is recommended by the United States Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. It also establishes that if a minor is able to comprehend the need for, the nature of, and any significant risks inherent in the medical care then informed consent is established.”
From my understanding this means minors are now able to consent to vaccinations without their parents having to know
https://www.billtrack50.com/billdetail/1096783
Introduced Session
23rd CouncilBill Summary
As introduced, this bill permits a minor of any age to consent to receive a vaccine where the vaccination is recommended by the United States Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. It also establishes that if a minor is able to comprehend the need for, the nature of, and any significant risks inherent in the medical care then informed consent is established.Subjects
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Charles AllenĀ (D),Ā Ā Jack EvansĀ (D),Ā Ā Vincent GrayĀ (D),Ā Ā David GrossoĀ (I),Ā Ā Phil MendelsonĀ (D),Ā Ā Brianne NadeauĀ (D),Ā Ā Elissa SilvermanĀ (I),Ā Ā Trayon White Sr.Ā (D),Ā Ā Mary ChehĀ (D),Last Action
Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on December 22, 2020 (on 12/08/2020)Official Document
