2026 Senate Bill 797

Health: immunizations; promulgation of certain rules that are more stringent than the requirements for claiming exemption from immunizations; prohibit.

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 9215 (MCL 333.9215).

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Senate Bills 797 and 798 revise Michigan’s immunization and school health requirements by limiting additional administrative burdens on exemption processes, clarifying parental and medical exemption options, and updating procedures and agency references contingent on related legislation.

Introduced in the Senate

Feb. 24, 2026

Introduced by Sen. Ruth Johnson (R-24) and three co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Lana Theis (R-22), Jim Runestad (R-23) and Roger Victory (R-31)

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations