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Michigan Democrats Push for Vaccine Transparency in Schools

12/5/2025

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Michigan House Democrats proposed bills requiring K-12 schools and childcare centers to share immunization and vaccine waiver rates with parents.
The legislation empowers parents to decide about their children's education and health.
It addresses rising waiver rates, which have doubled since 2015, partly due to vaccine misinformation.
The bill ensures waiver processes remain accessible and families receive evidence-based information.
The Republican-controlled House has not yet responded to the proposal.

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Michigan House Democrats proposed bills requiring K-12 schools and childcare centers to share immunization and vaccine waiver rates with parents.
The legislation empowers parents to decide about their children's education and health.
It addresses rising waiver rates, which have doubled since 2015, partly due to vaccine misinformation.
The bill ensures waiver processes remain accessible and families receive evidence-based information.
The Republican-controlled House has not yet responded to the proposal.