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Ending COVID Vaccine Mandates for Colleges and Universities Act

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1374

Bill 118 hr 1374, also known as the Ending COVID Vaccine Mandates for Colleges and Universities Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prohibit colleges and universities from mandating COVID-19 vaccines for their students.

If passed, this bill would prevent institutions of higher education from requiring students to receive the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of enrollment. The bill aims to protect the rights of individuals to make their own healthcare decisions and to prevent discrimination against those who choose not to receive the vaccine.

Supporters of the bill argue that mandating vaccines infringes on personal freedoms and that individuals should have the right to make their own healthcare choices. They also argue that there is insufficient evidence to support the effectiveness and safety of the COVID-19 vaccines. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that mandating vaccines is necessary to protect public health and prevent the spread of the virus. They point to the success of vaccine mandates in reducing the spread of other infectious diseases and argue that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1374 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about individual rights, public health, and the role of government in healthcare decision-making. It remains to be seen whether the bill will be passed into law and how it will impact the ongoing efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

Congressional Summary of HR 1374

Ending COVID Vaccine Mandates for Colleges and Universities Act

This bill prohibits an institution of higher education (IHE) from receiving federal funds or participating in federal higher education programs if the IHE imposes a COVID-19 vaccine mandate. COVID-19 vaccine mandate means any requirement that an individual receive an immunization that is intended to prevent or mitigate COVID-19 as a condition of that individual's admission to, enrollment in, attendance at, or employment at an IHE.

Current Status of Bill HR 1374

Bill HR 1374 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 3, 2023. Bill HR 1374 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 3, 2023.  Bill HR 1374's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of March 3, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1374

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1374

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1374

Ending COVID Vaccine Mandates for Colleges and Universities Act
Ending COVID Vaccine Mandates for Colleges and Universities Act
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit the imposition of COVID-19 vaccine mandates by institutions of higher education, and for other purposes.

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