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Prohibiting Vaccine Passports and COVID-19 Discrimination

This act aims to protect citizens from vaccine passport requirements for COVID-19 and discrimination based on vaccination status. It means federal, state, and local governments cannot require proof of vaccination, and businesses cannot deny services for this reason. Additionally, federal employees will not be mandated to get vaccinated, and schools must offer exemptions from vaccine requirements for students.
Key points
Federal, State, and local governments are prohibited from issuing vaccine passports or requiring COVID-19 vaccination documentation for services or benefits.
Businesses cannot discriminate against patrons by requiring COVID-19 vaccination or recovery documentation as a condition for products or services.
Federal employees (excluding Department of Defense) cannot be required to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment.
Schools mandating COVID-19 vaccines for students must provide religious, medical, conscience, or natural immunity exemptions to receive federal financial assistance.
Individuals denied service due to vaccination status can file civil actions, and violating businesses may become ineligible for federal grants or contracts.
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Print number: 118_HR_772
Sponsor: Rep. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Vaccine Passport Prevention Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_772.

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 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal, State, and local governments are prohibited from issuing vaccine passports or requiring COVID-19 vaccination documentation for services or benefits.
  • Businesses cannot discriminate against patrons by requiring COVID-19 vaccination or recovery documentation as a condition for products or services.
  • Federal employees (excluding Department of Defense) cannot be required to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment.
  • Schools mandating COVID-19 vaccines for students must provide religious, medical, conscience, or natural immunity exemptions to receive federal financial assistance.
  • Individuals denied service due to vaccination status can file civil actions, and violating businesses may become ineligible for federal grants or contracts.
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. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8].

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 2025-12-25.

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