Voters could decide whether Arizona can impose vaccine or other medical mandates in places like public schools.
The Arizona House passed legislation that would amend the state constitution to recognize a “right to refuse medical mandates.” If it passes the Senate, it would go on the November ballot.
Republican Rep. Nick Kupper (Surprise) is the bill’s sponsor. “It just says that you cannot, as the state, ban access to a public facility, actually not just public to a facility or to a space or to employment solely based on not taking some medical product,” he explained.
Opponents say the language is confusing and that it would prevent government entities including schools from taking common sense steps to protect students and staff during outbreaks.
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A bill that would outlaw mandatory vaccinations or mask wearing cleared the Arizona Senate on Monday. The measure would forbid the government from imposing any kind of mandate whether or not they’re on government property. -
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