Amendment 2026-0814h to HB1022 (2026)

Relative to religious exemption from immunization requirements.


Revision: Feb. 25, 2026, 11:37 a.m.

Rep. Drew, Hills. 19

February 18, 2026

2026-0814h

07/05

 

 

Amendment to HB 1022

 

Amend RSA 141-C:20-c, II as inserted by section 1 of the bill by replacing it with the following:  

 

II.  A parent or legal guardian objects to immunization because of religious beliefs.  The parent or legal guardian shall sign a form stating that the child has not been immunized because of religious beliefs.  The form for a religious exemption shall simply state:  

"I, [insert parent or legal guardian's name], hereby attest that I sincerely hold religious beliefs and/or engage in religious practices or observances that dictate the refusal to accept the required vaccinations for [insert child’s name], born [insert child’s date of birth]. [Insert parent or legal guardian's signature and date.]"