Liberal Endangerment by Over-reaching Government in Virginia-Parental Rights

 

Vaccine Bills that Affect Your Rights The Virginia State Health Commissioner, Dr. Norman Oliver, gained national attention when he indicated in an interview that he intends to exercise his authority to mandate a coronavirus vaccine for all Virginians. Virginia is the first state to make such an announcement. Last week, we shared that three vaccination bills were to be heard on August 25 in the virtual House Health, Welfare, and Institutions Committee. The proposals addressed the rights of individuals to make vaccine decisions for themselves and their children. During the committee hearing, the majority party members interrupted bill presenters and cut off discussion by calling for votes to lay each of the three bills on the table as they were heard, meaning the three bills failed. A full and fair hearing, alongside public input, was not afforded the people. HB 5016, Delegate Mark Cole (R-Fredericksburg), proposed the addition of a religious exemption. HB 5070, Delegate LaRock (R-Clarke, Frederick, Loudoun Counties), would have provided a religious exemption. HB 5082, Delegate LaRock (R- Clarke, Frederick, Loudoun Counties), proposed limitations on the content of the vaccines. Current Virginia state law gives the Commissioner of Health authority to mandate “immediate immunization of all persons in case of an epidemic.” The only allowable exemption is a Virginia medical doctor's certified statement that a vaccine is detrimental to a person's health. The law offers no protection to individuals who choose to make vaccine decisions for themselves and their children. Regards, Yvonne Bunn Director of Government Affairs HEAV’s Position: HEAV has always supported—and will continue to support—the rights of parents to make decisions concerning their children. HEAV does not take a position on vaccines. However, HEAV does believe it is parents, not the government, who should make vaccine decisions for their family. SUPPORT With your prayer and financial support, we can work together to protect and promote our homeschool freedoms. Please support our efforts by joining HEAV or making a donation today.

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