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Employee Privacy Act: Prohibiting Employer Inquiries on Vaccination Status

This act aims to protect employee privacy by prohibiting employers from asking about vaccination status. It introduces financial penalties for companies that violate this rule and allows employees to seek damages.
Key points
Employers are not allowed to ask current or prospective employees about their vaccination status.
Companies violating this prohibition can face fines up to $10,000.
Employees whose privacy is violated can seek damages up to $10,000 plus attorney fees.
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Print number: 117_HR_6113
Sponsor: Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-18]
Process start date: 2021-12-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Employee Privacy Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6113.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employers are not allowed to ask current or prospective employees about their vaccination status.
  • Companies violating this prohibition can face fines up to $10,000.
  • Employees whose privacy is violated can seek damages up to $10,000 plus attorney fees.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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