State Immunization Requirements

State Mandates on Immunization and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (Exit Site)
Organized by disease, this resource page features a comprehensive list of immunizations required by state for child care and school entry (from the Immunization Action Coalition).

State Immunization Requirements for School Entry (Exit Site)
Download this chart from the Sabin Vaccine Institue to find out each state's immunization requirements for school entry.

Individual State Immunziation Requirements for School Entry (Exit Site)
Currently, all 50 states have school immunization laws—although there are differences in what may be required in different states. Search for state immunization requirements for school entry by state (from the National Network of Immunization Information).

Exemptions from Immunization Laws (Exit Site)
As of May 2004, all 50 states allow vaccination exemptions for medical reasons; 48 states allow exemptions for religious reasons; and 20 states allow exemptions for philosophical reasons.

Common Questions About School Immunization Laws (Exit Site)
Why does the government require that certain vaccines be given to children? Are there legal consequences for parents if they choose not to vaccinate their children? (from the National Network on Immunization Information)

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

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