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HEALTH – Adds to existing law to provide for disclosure and labeling of certain blood intended for blood transfusions and to provide that a person receiving a blood transfusion shall have the right to request blood based on vaccination status of the donor.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

House Bill 131 mandates blood donors disclose their mRNA vaccination status, allowing transfusion recipients to make informed choices about their blood sources.

Introduced, read first time; referred to: Health & Welfare
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Bill Summary · H 131

Summary of House Bill 131 (H 131)

Title: Health – Disclosure and Labeling of Blood for Transfusions

Introduced: February 04, 2025
Status: Introduced, read first time; referred to Health & Welfare
Classification: Bill
Subject: Health, Medical, Vaccination

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 131 aims to enhance transparency in blood transfusions by requiring the disclosure of donors' vaccination statuses, specifically regarding mRNA vaccines, such as those for COVID-19. The bill seeks to empower recipients of blood transfusions with the right to make informed choices based on the vaccination history of blood donors.

Key Provisions

The bill introduces a new section to Chapter 37, Title 39 of the Idaho Code, which includes the following key provisions:

  1. Disclosure Requirement:

    • Blood donors must disclose whether they have received a COVID-19 vaccine or any messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) vaccine during their lifetime.

  2. Labeling of Blood:

    • Blood collected from donors who have received an mRNA vaccine must be clearly and conspicuously marked to indicate the donor's vaccination status.

  3. Right to Request Specific Blood:

    • In non-emergency situations, individuals receiving blood transfusions can request blood based on the vaccination status of the donor, provided that the requested blood is available.

Impact

Who Would Be Affected:

  • Blood Donors: Individuals donating blood will need to disclose their vaccination status.
  • Blood Recipients: Patients receiving blood transfusions will have the option to choose blood based on the donor's vaccination status.
  • Blood Collection Agencies: Organizations that collect and manage blood donations will need to implement new labeling and disclosure processes.

Fiscal Impact:

The fiscal note accompanying the bill indicates that there will be no increase or decrease in revenue or additional expenditures for state or local governments as a result of this legislation.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was introduced and referred to the Health & Welfare Committee on February 4, 2025.
  • It has undergone several readings and was passed by the House on February 28, 2025, with a vote of 53-17.
  • The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, following the declaration of an emergency.

Conclusion

House Bill 131 seeks to provide greater transparency in blood transfusions by mandating the disclosure of vaccination statuses of blood donors. This legislation aims to empower patients with the right to make informed decisions regarding their blood transfusions, reflecting growing public interest in the implications of vaccination on health and safety.

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

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