H3581

College immunizations

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

Requires South Carolina public higher education institutions to notify students about meningococcal disease A and B, and Hepatitis B risks, and.

The bill amends South Carolina law to mandate that public institutions of higher learning notify incoming students about the risks of meningococcal disease A and B, and Hepatitis B, especially for those living in on-campus housing. It requires these institutions to include proof of vaccination against these diseases as a condition for enrollment. Students must provide evidence of vaccination before enrollment and may be asked to demonstrate ongoing compliance. Private institutions may choose to follow these requirements but can opt out at any time.

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Where it stands

Current
Education and Public Works Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works

Dec 12, 2024

House

Prefiled