S. 2686 · 117th Congress
No Vaccine Mandates Act of 2021
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Ted Cruz
- Introduced
- 2021-08-09
- Latest action
- 2021-08-09 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
No Vaccine Mandates Act of 2021
This bill creates a federal statutory framework to govern restrictions and requirements related to vaccinations.
Specifically, the bill prohibits (1) requiring individuals to receive a vaccination that has only received emergency use authorization or received emergency use authorization prior to full approval, or (2) administering such a vaccine to a minor or other individual who lacks the capacity to consent without the consent of a parent or guardian.
Additionally, the bill requires a medical provider who administers a COVID-19 vaccination to provide a potential recipient with certain information about the risks associated with the vaccine so the potential recipient can make an informed decision.
The bill authorizes civil actions for damages.