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No Vaccine Mandates Act of 2021

Introduced: August 9, 2021 Introduced by: Cruz, Ted Republican · Texas See on congress.gov
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Aug 9, 2021
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

No Vaccine Mandates Act of 2021

This bill creates a federal statutory framework to govern restrictions and requirements related to vaccinations.

Specifically, the bill prohibits (1) requiring individuals to receive a vaccination that has only received emergency use authorization or received emergency use authorization prior to full approval, or (2) administering such a vaccine to a minor or other individual who lacks the capacity to consent without the consent of a parent or guardian.

Additionally, the bill requires a medical provider who administers a COVID-19 vaccination to provide a potential recipient with certain information about the risks associated with the vaccine so the potential recipient can make an informed decision.

The bill authorizes civil actions for damages.

What's happening now August 9, 2021

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

 Committees of jurisdiction 1
 Cosponsors 1
All 1 Republican 1