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Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Vaccination Status and Requiring Consent for COVID-19 Vaccines

This bill aims to protect citizens from federal discrimination based on their COVID-19 vaccination status or natural immunity. It also ensures that COVID-19 vaccines can only be administered with informed, written consent, or parental/guardian consent for minors. This is intended to enhance individual choice and protect medical privacy.
Key points
Prohibits the use of federal funds to discriminate against individuals based on their COVID-19 vaccination status or natural immunity in areas like employment, education, healthcare, or access to goods and services.
Requires informed, written consent from the patient (or parent/guardian for minors) before administering a COVID-19 vaccine, if federal funds are used.
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Print number: 117_HR_6914
Sponsor: Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12]
Process start date: 2022-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SMALL GOVT Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6914.

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 2022-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of federal funds to discriminate against individuals based on their COVID-19 vaccination status or natural immunity in areas like employment, education, healthcare, or access to goods and services.
  • Requires informed, written consent from the patient (or parent/guardian for minors) before administering a COVID-19 vaccine, if federal funds are used.
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. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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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