S.1316

Amends existing law to revise provisions for exemptions for certain tests for infants and newborns.

Complete·3/27/26
Introduced Text

Idaho S1316 revises exemptions for certain tests for infants and newborns based on religious or medical grounds.

Idaho S1316 amends existing law to revise provisions for exemptions for certain tests for infants and newborns. The bill allows exemptions if a parent or guardian objects on religious or other grounds, including philosophical or conscientious beliefs, or if a physician certifies that the test would endanger the child's health. This change takes effect on July 1, 2026.

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Roll Call Votes

70 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 24

11:00 AM

Third Reading Calendar

Mar 23

10:30 AM

Second Reading Calendar

History

Mar 27

Senate

Session Law Chapter Effective:

Mar 26

Senate

Reported signed by the Speaker & ordered delivered to Governor

Mar 25

Senate

Reported enrolled; signed by President; to House for signature of Speaker