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HB 6208

Children: child care; immunization for day care providers; require. Amends 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.111 - 722.128) by adding sec. 3m.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Phil Skaggs

HB 6208 requires all staff at licensed child care centers and homes to be immunized and provide proof to their employer and DHHS, effective 90 days after enactment.

bill electronically reproduced 11/26/2024
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Bill Summary · HB 6208

Summary of HB 6208 (Michigan)

Overview

HB 6208 would amend the licensing and regulatory framework for child care facilities by requiring immunization for all staff members of child care centers, group child care homes, and family child care homes. The bill adds a new Section 3m to the 1973 Public Act 116 (MCL 722.111–722.128). The effective date is 90 days after enactment. The diseases covered are those prescribed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Staff must provide proof of immunization to both their employer and DHHS.

Key Provisions

  • Section 3m added to 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.111–722.128).
  • Immunization requirement:
    • All staff members at applicable child care settings must be immunized by an authorized health professional, local health department, clinic, or other DHHS-approved immunization provider.
    • Individuals subject to the requirement must provide proof of immunization to:
    • The child care center, group child care home, or family child care home where they are employed.
    • The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
  • Effective date: The act takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Who Is Affected

  • Employees and staff of:
    • Child care centers
    • Group child care homes
    • Family child care homes
  • Employers operating licensed child care facilities
  • DHHS, which would receive immunization proof

Compliance and Timeline

  • Legislative status indicates initial introduction and committee referrals in late 2024 and early 2025.
    • Introduced November 26, 2024 (Rep. Skaggs), read first time, referred to Health Policy.
    • January 23, 2025: Referred to Joint Committee on Education (per legislative actions).
  • Effective date is 90 days after the bill becomes law.
  • Proof of immunization must be provided to both the employer and DHHS upon implementation.

Potential Implications

  • Public Health: Aims to reduce transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in settings with young children.
  • Operational Impact: Child care facilities must track and verify staff immunizations and maintain records for DHHS.
  • Privacy and RECORDS: Requires handling of immunization records; facilities will need protocols to securely manage sensitive health information.
  • Consistency with Other Programs: Aligns child care health requirements with DHHS guidelines and reporting processes.
  • Exemptions: The provided text does not specify exemptions (e.g., medical or religious exemptions); details would depend on accompanying text or guidance in the final enacted statute.

Next Steps and Considerations

  • Monitor committee actions and floor votes to see if exemptions, timelines, or enforcement provisions are added.
  • If enacted, expect guidance from DHHS on accepted immunizations, documentation format, retesting/recertification requirements, and penalties for noncompliance (if any are specified in the broader licensing framework).

This summary reflects the bill language provided (Sec. 3m addition and 90-day-effect date) and the listed legislative actions as of the available materials.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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