The Pennsylvania Senate Health & Human Services Committee approved SB-618 on Monday (May 24). The bill prohibits any "government entity" from requiring proof of vaccination against COVID-19. It should be noted that so far no government entity has required proof of vaccination against COVID-19. The proposed Pennsylvania legislation is not nearly as … [Read more...] about Bill To Ban Vaccine Passports Advances In State Senate
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Can PA Employers Require Employees To Get Covid Vaccine?
According to the website of the MacElree Harvey law firm, "For most employees, the answer is probably “yes”. There is ample precedent for employers mandating vaccines in certain fields, such as flu shots for healthcare workers in hospitals. Indeed, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the past has said employers have the right to mandate … [Read more...] about Can PA Employers Require Employees To Get Covid Vaccine?
PA Bill Would Punish Doctors Who Refuse To Treat Unvaccinated Children
The proposed “Immunization Freedom Act” would require doctors to let parents set their children’s immunization schedules. Pediatricians say it would interfere with their job and put kids at risk for getting potentially deadly infections. https://t.co/hhQs5fJjDb — WITF news (@witfnews) May 14, 2021 Pennsylvania Capital Star wrote on May 5: In a party line 15-10 vote, the House … [Read more...] about PA Bill Would Punish Doctors Who Refuse To Treat Unvaccinated Children
Cappelletti Bill Would Allow Teens To Get Vax Without Parents’ Consent
In a co-sponsorship memorandum, State Senator Amanda Cappelletti wrote, "In the near future, I will be introducing legislation to allow people age 14 or over to consent to CDC recommended immunizations as long as that consent is knowing and voluntary. Parents or guardians will not be able to override a minor’s consent for vaccination if the minor is age 14 or … [Read more...] about Cappelletti Bill Would Allow Teens To Get Vax Without Parents’ Consent
Haverford and Bryn Mawr To Require Vax For Fall ’21
The Clerk, Haverford's College's Independent Student Newspaper, reported on Saturday (May 1 ) that, "President Wendy Raymond sent a message to the community confirming what has been suggested by administrators for weeks: Haverford College will require a COVID-19 vaccination for all students intending to be on campus next semester, either living in college housing or as commuter … [Read more...] about Haverford and Bryn Mawr To Require Vax For Fall ’21