Rhode Island S2565 mandates written consent for vaccinations, prohibits discrimination against non-vaccinators, and limits DCYF investigations.

Rhode Island S2565, known as "The Rhode Island Informed Consent Protection Act," requires practitioners to obtain written consent before administering vaccines. It prohibits discrimination against individuals who refuse or delay vaccinations, including by employers, insurers, and healthcare providers. The act also imposes fines of up to $25,000 for violations and restricts the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) from investigating parents for not vaccinating their children.

Rhode Island S2565 mandates written consent for vaccinations, prohibits discrimination against non-vaccinators, and limits DCYF investigations.

Rhode Island S2565, known as "The Rhode Island Informed Consent Protection Act," requires practitioners to obtain written consent before administering vaccines. It prohibits discrimination against individuals who refuse or delay vaccinations, including by employers, insurers, and healthcare providers. The act also imposes fines of up to $25,000 for violations and restricts the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) from investigating parents for not vaccinating their children.