Additional Information:

BILL SUMMARY - As introduced, this bill permits a minor of any age to consent to receive a vaccine where the vaccination is recommended by the United States Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. It also establishes that if a minor is able to comprehend the need for, the nature of, and any significant risks inherent in the medical care then informed consent is established.

Introduced by

Councilmember Cheh

Co-Sponsored by

Councilmembers Allen, Gray, Nadeau, Grosso, Silverman, T. White, Evans, and Chairman Mendelson

Committee Referral

Committee on Health

Legislative History

Mar 05, 2019

B23-0171 Introduced by Councilmember Cheh at Legislative Meeting View Introduction

Mar 05, 2019

Referred to Committee on Health

Mar 15, 2019

Notice of Intent to Act on B23-0171 Published in the District of Columbia Register

May 17, 2019

Notice of Public Hearing Published in the District of Columbia Register View Public Hearing Notice

May 24, 2019

Notice of Public Hearing Published in the District of Columbia Register View Public Hearing Notice

Jun 26, 2019

Public Hearing on B23-0171 View Public Hearing Video:

Oct 07, 2020

Committee Mark-up of B23-0171View Video: Voting Information:

Oct 14, 2020

Committee Report Filed, Includes Hearing Record View Committee Report

Oct 20, 2020

Legislative MeetingView Meeting Video

? First Reading | Engrossment | View Voting Details

Other Documents

Memorandum

Legislation Text

https://lims.dccouncil.us/downloads/LIMS/42000/Meeting1/Engrossment/B23-0171-Engrossment1.pdf